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oral mucosa Flashcards

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Oral Mucosa

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constitutes a small percentage of the body’s total mass, it is vital in oral health & supporting various bodily functions.

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What are the three types of oral mucosa based on location, function, and epithelium

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Lining mucosa

Masticatory mucosa

Specialized mucosa

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What are the main layers of the oral mucosa?

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Oral Epithelium (3 types, 3-4 layers)

Lamina Propria (2 layers)

Submucosa (closely associated but not part of the mucosa)

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Is the submucosa associated with the oral mucosa?

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closely associated with, but NOT part of the mucosa.

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Lining

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Lines majority of the oral cavity & vestibule; protection & stretch

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Masticatory

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Lines gingiva & hard palate; areas that undergo abrasive forces during mastication

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Specialized

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Lines dorsal surface of tongue; mechanical functions & taste

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How many layers does the lining mucosa have, and how does this compare to other types of mucosa?

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3 distinct layers.

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Is the lining mucosa keratinized or non-keratinized?

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non-keratinized.

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Does the lining mucosa contain the stratum lucidum or stratum granulosum?

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No

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How many layers does the masticatory mucosa have?

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3 distinct layers.

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Is the masticatory mucosa fully keratinized?

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not fully keratinized and contains pyknotic nuclei.

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Does the masticatory mucosa contain the stratum lucidum or stratum granulosum?

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No

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How many layers does the specialized mucosa have?

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4 distinct layers.

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Is the specialized mucosa fully keratinized?

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Yes, fully keratinized, with cells forming squames.

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Does the specialized mucosa contain the stratum lucidum and stratum granulosum?

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no stratum lucidum, but it does have the stratum granulosum.

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16
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Submucosa components

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  • Loose ct, Fat cells, Blood vessels, Nerves, Salivary glands
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17
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Submucosa is present in?

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Lining, specialized mucosa

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18
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submucosa is only present in the lateral hard palate of what mucosa

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Masticatory

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19
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What is the function of the lining mucosa?

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protection and stretch.

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Where is the lining mucosa located in the oral cavity?

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majority of the oral cavity and vestibule, including the cheeks, lips, soft palate, uvula, alveolar areas, and sublingual region.

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What type of epithelium does the lining mucosa have?

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non-keratinized epithelium.

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21
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Describe the lamina propria papillae of the lining mucosa.

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few, shallow papillae in the lamina propria.

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Is the submucosa present in the lining mucosa?

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Yes

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23
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What is the function of the masticatory mucosa?

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protect against the forces of mastication.

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Where is the masticatory mucosa located in the oral cavity?

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located on the gingiva and the hard palate.

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25
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What type of epithelium does the masticatory mucosa have?

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parakeratinized or orthokeratinized epithelium.

26
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Describe the lamina propria papillae of the masticatory mucosa.

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tall

27
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Is there a submucosa in the masticatory mucosa?

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only present in the lateral hard palate, where it includes a fatty zone and a glandular zone.

28
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What is the function of the specialized mucosa?

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taste

29
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Where is the specialized mucosa located in the oral cavity?

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dorsal surface of the tongue.

30
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What type of epithelium does the specialized mucosa have?

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parakeratinized or orthokeratinized epithelium.

31
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Describe the lamina propria papillae of the specialized mucosa.

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lots of thick papillae.

32
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Is the submucosa present in the specialized mucosa?

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Yes

33
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Papillae

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  • Epithelium covering a CT core
34
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Where are the filiform papillae located on the tongue?

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located on the anterior two-thirds of the dorsal surface of the tongue.

35
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What is notable about the number of filiform papillae?

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most numerous type of papillae on the tongue.

35
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What kind of surface do filiform papillae provide?

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tough, abrasive surface on the tongue.

36
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Do filiform papillae contain taste buds?

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do not contain taste buds.

37
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How numerous are fungiform papillae compared to filiform papillae?

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less numerous than filiform papillae.

38
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What is the shape of fungiform papillae?

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mushroom-shaped.

39
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Do fungiform papillae contain taste buds?

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Yes, taste buds on their surface.

40
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How many circumvallate papillae are typically present on the tongue, and where are they located?

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typically 8–10 circumvallate papillae located near the sulcus terminalis.

40
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What type of epithelium is found on the circumvallate papillae?

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non-keratinized epithelium on their lateral walls.

41
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What unique structure surrounds the circumvallate papillae?

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surrounded by a moat-like structure.

42
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Where are the taste buds located on circumvallate papillae?

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located on the lateral walls.

43
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What glands are associated with the circumvallate papillae?

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Von Ebner glands are clustered around

44
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What substances are generally associated with the sweet taste?

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sugars and certain amino acids.

45
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What type of compounds typically produce a sour taste?

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linked to acids, such as citric acid in lemons.

46
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What is the salty taste usually related to?

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sodium ions

47
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Why is the bitter taste important, and what is it often associated with?

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associated with various compounds, many of which can be toxic, serving as a natural warning.

47
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What is umami taste linked to, and where is it commonly found?

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linked to amino acids like glutamate, commonly found in foods like meats, cheeses, and mushrooms.

48
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What are the main layers of the cutaneous membrane (skin)?

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The main layers are the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis.

49
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Which glands are associated with the cutaneous membrane?

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The cutaneous membrane contains sweat glands.

50
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What structures related to hair are found in the cutaneous membrane?

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includes hair follicles.

51
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What type of tissue makes up the vermilion zone?

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epithelium and lamina propria.

52
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What are the three main layers found in the mucosa membrane (lining mucosa)?

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The three main layers are epithelium, lamina propria, and submucosa.

53
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Which type of glands are present in the mucosa membrane (lining mucosa)?

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minor salivary glands.

54
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Mucogingival Junction

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Between adjacent gingiva & alveolar regions, transitioning from lining to masticatory mucosa.

55
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Does the oral cavity encounter abrasive forces?

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Yes, variation in keratinocytes depending on region

56
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Do we have immune function in the oral cavity?

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Yes, Langerhans in stratum Spinosum layer just like skin!

57
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Do we have pigment in the oral cavity?

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Yes, melanocytes in stratum Basale just like skin

58
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Do we have hair in oral cavity?

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No, however tooth development follows a similar pattern

59
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Do we have glands in our oral cavity?

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Yes, specifically salivary glands (no sweat, few sebaceous?)

60
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Do we have sensation in our oral cavity?

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Yes, same tactical receptors as skin!

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