Neurovascular Flashcards
1
Q
Which nerve passes through the foramen rotundum?
A
Maxillary division of trigeminal nerve
2
Q
Which cranial nerve innervates the muscles of mastication?
A
Cranial nerve 5 (mandibular division)
3
Q
Which muscle fibers are primarily used to move the mandible to the right?
A
Left lateral pterygoid
4
Q
Which muscles have their origin in the zygomatic bones?
A
Masseter muscles
5
Q
Name the four ligaments of the TMJ.
A
- Fibrous capsule
- Lateral ligament
- Stylomandibular ligament
- Sphenomandibular ligament
6
Q
On maxillary anterior teeth, what surface makes contact with the mandibular anterior teeth in maximum intercuspation?
A
Lingual
