Oral epithelium Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 2 basic tissues that make up the oral mucosa
A
epithelium - superficially
connective tissue - underlying
2
Q
what are the 3 functions of the oral mucosa
A
MAINLY PROTECTION:
- mechanical
- bacterial
- chemical
- prevent dehydration
SENSATION - richly innervated
SECRETION
3
Q
What is the junction called between the free /attached gingiva and the alveolar mucosa?
A
MUCOGINGIVAL JUNCTION - darker pink up on alveolar mucosa, and lighter pink on attached/free gingiva
4
Q
What 3 types of mucosa do we have in the oral cavity
A
- masticatory mucosa
- lining mucosa
- specialised mucosa
5
Q
What will happen when placing LA into lining mucosa
A
this is a FLEXIBLE mucosa type, therefore, will be pain free if done properly
6
Q
what will happen if we place LA into masticatory mucosa
A
as it is tightly bound down, it can hurt
