Parotid Glands Flashcards

1
Q

What does the parotid gland pierce?

A

Buccal fat pad

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2
Q

What is the role of the parotid gland?

A

Delivers saliva to oral cavity

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3
Q

What travels through the parotid gland?

A

ECA
retro mandibular vein
facial nerve - then divides into 5 branches

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4
Q

What arteries supply the parotid glands?

A

STA

Maxillary

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5
Q

What Drains the parotid gland?

A

Retromandibular vein

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