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Dental Anatomy Set 1
Dental Assisting
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08/11/2010

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Term
Apical Foramen
Definition
Opening in apex where nerves and blood vessels pass.
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Condyloid Process
Definition
Posterior projection of mandible bone which attaches to temporal bone.
Term
Duct
Definition
Opening in mouth where saliva is secreted.
Term
Frenum
Definition
Fold of tissue that connects two tissue structures.
Term
Gingiva
Definition
Soft gum tissue surrounding the teeth.
Term
Glenoid Fossa
Definition
Oval depression in temporal bone where condyle of mandible fits.
Term
Meniscus
Definition
Cushion or disc, between condyle and temporal bone.
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Osteoblasts
Definition
Bone forming cells.
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Ramus
Definition
The vertical or upright portion of the mandible.
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Temporomandibular Joint
Definition
Where mandible hinges to temporal bone on either side of the skull.
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