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Term
When do pharyngeal arches appear?
Definition
4-5 weeks
Term
True/False, Pharyngeal arches play an important role in the formation of face and neck structures
Definition
True
Term
Which of the following is NOT found within a pharyngeal arch?

a) cartilage
b) aortic arch
c) cranial nerve
d) mesenchyme
e) glandular stroma
Definition
Glandular stroma
Term
True/False, a pharyngeal cleft is found on the inside of an arch.
Definition
False, cleft is the groove on the outside
Term
Where would a pharyngeal pouch be found on an arch?
Definition
Inside
Term
What two things make up the pharyngeal membrane?
Definition
Pharyngeal cleft and pharyngeal pouch
Term
True/False, each pharyngeal arch has its own blood supply. They are referred to as the cranial arteries.
Definition
False, although each arch does have its own blood supply, they are called the aortic arches, not cranial arteries
Term
True/False, the first pharyngeal arch is innervated by the cranial nerve number V, also known as the glossopharyngeal nerve
Definition
False,

cranial nerve 5 does innervate the 1st arch, but it's called the trigeminal nerve, not glossopharyngeal, which is cranial nerve IX
Term
Which nerve innervates the second pharyngeal arch?
Definition
Facial nerve, cranial nerve VII
Term
True/False, the Vagus nerve (cranial nerve X) innervates the third pharyngeal arch.
Definition
False, the glossopharyngeal nerve (IX) innervates the 3rd arch
Term
True/False, the Vagus nerve (cranial nerve X) innervates the fourth pharyngeal arch
Definition
True
Term
True/False, each pharygeal arch has its own blood supply and cranial nerve
Definition
True
Term
True/False, each pharyngeal arch has its own blood supply but each arch does NOT have its one cranial nerve
Definition
False

arches have own blood supply and nerve
Term
True/False, the core of pharyngeal arches is composed of mesenchyme
Definition
True
Term
True/False, endoderm and ectoderm create the internal and external portion of pharyngeal arches, respectively
Definition
True
Term
What type of cells differentiate into mesenchyme?
Definition
Neural crest cells
Term
Where do the neural crest cells that migrate into the pharyngeal arches come from? (2 possible places)
Definition
midbrain, hindbrain
Term
These cells form pharyngeal arch skeletal structures?
Definition
Neural crest cells
Term
True/False, hyoid cartilage comes from the 3rd pharyngeal arch.
Definition
False, 2nd arch
Term
Which cells form the bones of the face and the skull?
Definition
Neural crest cells
Term
True/False, the early brain consists of three segments, forebrain, midbrain, and hindbrain, on either side of these segments, somites can be found.
Definition
False,

The first part is correct, but somatomeres are on either part of the early brain, rather than somites
Term
True/False, Hox genes are NOT expressed anterior to rhombomere 3
Definition
True
Term
What are the 4 chemotactic factors involved with neural crest cells and head development?
Definition
TBX-1
Twist
VEG-F
FGF-receptor-1
Term
In what way would a kinesin-like protein dysfunction affect head development?
Definition
Polarized cell growth and cell shape would be adversely affected leading to shortened mandibles
Term
What two things form the cranial nerves of the pharyngeal arches?
Definition
Ectodermal placodes and neural crest cells
Term
True/False, the 1st pharngeal arch surrounds the stomatodiem, the prospective oral cavity
Definition
True
Term
The posterior boundary of the stomadeum is...?
Definition
The buccopharngeal membrane (aka oral plate)
Term
The buccopharyngeal membrane is another name for...?
Definition
Oral plate
Term
How many weeks into development would the stomadeum be present?
Definition
5 weeks
Term
True/False, At the stomadeum is surrounded by the 1st pharyngeal arch, and therefore the endoderm
Definition
False, 1st part is correct, second part is ectoderm, not endoderm
Term
Regarding head and neck development, at 5 weeks the ectoderm is found anterior to the _________________ ?
Definition
Tonsillar fossa
Term
In a 26 day old embryo, the skull is referred to as the...?
Definition
Frontal prominence
Term
What does the first pharyngeal arch develop into?
Definition
4 prominences, two maxillary, two mandibular
Term
True/False, the 2nd and 3rd pharyngeal arches give rise to the external ear.
Definition
False,

1st and 2nd arches give rise to the external ear
Term
In regards to head and neck development, what gives rise to the external auditory meatus?
Definition
1st pharyngeal CLEFT
Term
In regards to head and neck development, what two regions are classified as the cervical sinus?
Definition
Regions between the 2nd and 3rd arch and region between 4th and 6th arch
Term
What pharyngeal arch gives rise to Meckel's cartilage?
Definition
1st
Term
True/False, the 2nd pharyngeal groove is obliterated by the down-growth of the 2nd arch.
Definition
True
Term
In regards to head and neck development, where are the auditory tubes and the inner ear anatomical structures derived from
Definition
1st pharyngeal pouch
Term
True/False, the muscles of mastication arise from the 1st pharyngeal arch
Definition
True
Term
What is the process used to form the mandible? What is used as the template?
Definition
Perichondral ossification using Meckel's cartilage as a template
Term
True/False, the mandible forms as a result of direct ossification of Meckel's cartilage.
Definition
False, perichondral ossification using Meckel's cartilage as a template
Term
True/False, The sphenomandibular ligament forms from Meckel's cartilage of the second pharyngeal arch.
Definition
False, 1st arch
Term
What forms the incus and malleus of the inner ear and where does this occur?
Definition
Meckel's cartilage, first pharyngeal arch
Term
True/False, the ectoderm of the 1st pharyngeal arch forms the enamel of teeth, among various other structures
Definition
True
Term
True/False, the epithelium over the external auditory meatus is formed by the ectoderm of both the 1st and 2nd pharyngeal arches.
Definition
True
Term
True/False, the epithelium around the ear is formed by the endoderm of the 1st 4 pharyngeal arches.
Definition
False, the epithelium of the ear is formed by the ECTOderm of the first 4 pharyngeal arches
Term
Where does the palatine tonsillar fossa derive from?
Definition
Second pouch endoderm and mesoderm
Term
During what week of embryo development would the thymus develop?
Definition
4th week
Term
True/False, the endoderm of the third pharyngeal pouch gives rise to the thymus during week 5
Definition
False,

the endoderm of the 3rd pouch DOES develop the thymus but this occurs during week 4
Term
What tissue does this describe:

This tissue develops from the endoderm of the 3rd pharyngeal pouch during the 4th week of gestation. Originally, it can be referred to as the endodermal tubes which goes on to invade the mesoderm.
Definition
Thymus
Term
During what timeframe of gestation would the thymus lose connection with the pharynx and descend?
Definition
Weeks 4-7
Term
True/False, both the medullary and cortical epithelium of the thymus derive from the endoderm
Definition
False,

Thymus cortical epithelium - ectoderm
Thymus medullary epithelium - endoderm

(medulla means center and endoderm is on the inside)
(cortical layers line medullary layers, thus ectoderm)
Term
Where are the inferior parathyroids derived from? During what week of gestation does this occur?
Definition
Third pharyngeal pouch

Week 5
Term
True/False, the inferior parathyroids end up at the inferior pole of the dorsum of the thyroid by week 7
Definition
True
Term
True/False, the superior parathyroids develop from the 3rd pharyngeal pouch which the inferior parathyroids develop from the 4th pharyngeal pouch.
Definition
False,

superior parathyroids from 4th pouch
inferior parathyroids from 3rd pouch
Term
True/False, both the inferior and superior parathyroids develop during the 5th week of gestation
Definition
True
Term
True/False, both the inferior and superior parathyroids end up at their respective locations on the dorsum of the thyroid by week 7 of gestation.
Definition
True
Term
True/False, Chief cells, a major cell of the parathyroid, decrease blood calcium levels, while increasing the phosphate concentration in the blood.
Definition
False,

Chief cells are a major cell of the parathyroids, however, they increase calcium levels and decrease phosphate levels
Term
This gland develops as a diverticulum from a structure located between the tuberculum impar and the hypobranchial eminence. What is the structure and what is the organ?
Definition
Structure - foramen cecum

Organ- Thyroid
Term
What two structures does the foramen cecum lie between?
Definition
Foramen cecum is located between the tuberculum impar and the hypobranchial eminence
Term
True/False, the thyroid descends in front of the pharynx into the region of the junction of the trachea and the larynx.
Definition
True
Term
What structure keeps the thyroid gland in contact with the pharynx?
Definition
Thyroglossal duct
Term
These cells of the thyroid produce calcitonin? What are the cells called and where do they originate from?
Definition
Parafollicular cells

Originate from the 4th and 5th pharyngeal pouch
Term
What is the function of calcitonin, what cells produce these, and where are these cells found?
Definition
Calcitonin protects against excess bone resorption, comes from parafollicular cells of the thyroid
Term
True/False, Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3) are secreted from parafollicular cells of the thyroid.
Definition
False, T4 and T3 are the thyroid hormones, however, they are secreted from thyroid follicles, not parafollicular cells
Term
The follicles of the thyroid are filled with...?
Definition
Thyroglobulin
Term
True/False, the neural crest originates from the ectomesenchyme
Definition
False, other way around
Term
At what day in gestation would the primary epithelial band be present?

a) 21 days
b) 41 days
c) 37 days
d) 30 days
e) 52 days
Definition
37 days
Term
What structure does the dental lamina and the vestibular lamina derive from?
Definition
Primary epithelial band
Term
True/False, the epithelial band results from mitosis and changes in the orientation of mitotic cells
Definition
True
Term
The dental papilla arises from...? What timeframe during gestation does this stage of early tooth development occur?
Definition
Ectomesenchyme

6-8 weeks
Term
True/False, CP27 in an intracellular protein present in key locations during tooth development
Definition
False,

CP27 is an EXTRAcellular matrix protein that is present in key locations during tooth development
Term
Which of the following is NOT required as part of dental placode formation:

a) transcription factor p63
b) Tumor necrosis factor
c) ectodysplasin
d) BNP-1
e) Ten Cate's jizz
Definition
D) BNP-1 BNP is secreted from the heart during a heart attack Ten Cate's jizz is needed to form the pulp horns of the primary teeth
Term
[image]
Definition

Blue = sonic hedgehog

Overall = dental placode

Term
A loss of ectodysplasin will lead to what abnormal tooth development condition?
Definition
Hypodontia
Term
True/False, early on, signaling proteins direct tooth development
Definition
False, epithelium directs tooth development early on
Term
True false, in regards to tooth development, the early stages are directed by the epithelium and then a transition takes place where the neural crest takes over directing tooth development
Definition
True
Term
The 1st arch ectoderm can develop into two things. What are they?
Definition
Tooth bud and ectomesenchyme
Term
What two things can form the ectomesenchyme?
Definition
1st arch ectoderm and enamel organ
Term
True/False, the ectomesenchyme goes on to form the dental organ.
Definition
False, the dental organ can form ectomesenchyme while the ectomesenchyme can go on to develop the dental PAPILLA.
Term
Sonic Hedgehog is a gene that is theorized to play a role in tooth development. What role is SHH thought to have?
Definition
SHH could play a role in tooth initiation
Term
True/False, the dental placode is not present during the bud, cap, or bell stage.
Definition
True
Term
True/False, the dental papilla is first seen during the bud stage of tooth development
Definition
False, 1st seen during the Cap stage
Term
What stage (bud, cap, bell) would enamel knots first appear?
Definition
Cap stage
Term
True/False, the ectomesenchyme undergoes condensation when in the bud stage
Definition
True
Term
True/False, the teeth mature faster in the mandible versus the maxilla
Definition
True
Term
What stage of tooth development (bud/cap/bell/crown) does this describe:

Ectoderm moves into the ectomesenchyme, which then condenses around the ectoderm.
Definition
Bud stage
Term
All of the following are events that take place during the bud stage EXCEPT:

a) Epithelia invaginates into the ectomesenchyme
b) Ectomesenchyme condenses
c) intramembranous bone formation
d) ectoderm surrounds cells that will form dental papilla
e) enamel organ begins to appear
f) a and b
g) d and e
h) all of these events occur during the bud stage
Definition
D and E

Both D and E take place during the cap stage
Term
What is another name for the tooth germ? What stage of tooth development would this first appear?
Definition
Tooth germ = dental organ

First seen during cap stage
Term
What 3 things differentiate from the dental organ?
Definition
Enamel organ
dental papilla
dental follicle
Term
All of the following differentiate DIRECTLY from the dental organ except:

a) enamel organ
b) Ten Cate's mom
c) dental papilla
d) dental follicle
e) stellate reticulum
Definition
stellate reticulum the enamel organ surrounds the stellate reticulum
Term
True/False, the enamel organ has both an outer and inner epithelium
Definition
True
Term
True/False, the enamel organ is attached to the ectoderm. If this is true, how does it attach?
Definition
True, attaches to the ectoderm by the dental lamina
Term
True/False, the dental lamina attaches the enamel organ to the ectoderm
Definition
True
Term
True/False, the stellate reticulum forms within the enamel organ
Definition
True
Term
Within must accumulate inside the enamel organ in order for the stellate reticulum to form?
Definition
glycosaminoglycans (GAGs)
Term
The dentin and the pulp arise from what structure?
Definition
Dental papilla
Term
Upon maturation, what does the dental follicle end up becoming? (3 things)
Definition
Cementum, periodontal ligament, alveolar bone
Term
True/False, the alveolar bone is derived from the dental follicle
Definition
True
Term
True/False the cementum is derived from the dental papilla
Definition
False, from dental follicle
Term
True/False, the periodontal ligament is derived from the dental papilla
Definition
False, dental follicle
Term
True/False, the enamel knot can be described as clusters of non-dividing epithelial cells
Definition
True
Term
True/False the ectoderm, more specifically the dental lamina, directs tooth type determination and sets up a field of influence
Definition
True
Term
Of the theories involved in tooth type determination, what is being described:

Temporal progress has a vital role in tooth type.
Dental lamina directs tooth type and sets up a field of influence
Definition
Field model
Term
The odontogenic homeobox code model of tooth development and differentiation can be explained by...?
Definition
Differential gene expression via factors found in the ectomesenchyme
Term
Once past the bud stage, tooth type differentiation depends upon...?
Definition
The ectomesenchyme
Term
During the bud stage, tooth type differentiation depends upon...?
Definition
The ectoderm
Term
This stage of tooth development is known as the stage of differentiation.
Definition
Bell stage
Term
During which stage of tooth development will a tooth assume its final shape?
Definition
Bell stage
Term
Morphodifferentiation of the teeth means...? This occurs during what stage of development?
Definition
Morphodifferentiation = tooth assuming final shape

Bell stage
Term
True/False, during the early bell stage, the tooth germ maintains contact with the ectoderm via the dental lamina
Definition
true
Term
Proceeding though which stage of tooth development leads to the beginning stages of enamel and dentin formation
Definition
Bell stage
Term
The layer inbetween the stellate reticulum and the inner enamel epithelium is called...?

This layer contains high amounts of which of these substances:

a) glycogen
b) alkaline phosphatase
c) colony stimulating factor-1
d) endogenous protease
Definition
Stratum intermedium

alkaline phosphatase
Term
Regarding tooth formation, the junction of the inner and outer enamel epithelium is called?
Definition
Cervical loop
Term
During which of the following stages would the dental and lateral lamina break up?

a) bud stage
b) early cap stage
c) late cap stage
d) early bell stage
e) late bell stage
Definition
Late bell stage
Term
What occurs as a result of the dental and lateral lamina break up during tooth development?

a) cervical loop forms
b) epithelial pearls form
c) tooth no longer connected to oral epithelium
d) b and c
e) all the above
Definition
B and C
Term
Prior to the crown stage, what structure lies between the outer dental epithelium and the dental follicle?
Definition
Basement membrane
Term
Prior to the crown stage, what structure lies between the inner dental epithelium and the dental papilla?
Definition
Basement membrane
Term
True/False, ameloblasts are removed during tooth eruption.
Definition
True
Term
Crystalline calcium phosphate is also known as...?
Definition
Hydroxyapatite
Term
What are the two organic materials found in enamel?
Definition
Tyrosine rich amelogenin protein (TRAP)

Nonamelogenin proteins
Term
True/False, the crystal thickness of enamel has an inversely proportional relationship to enamel maturity.
Definition
False, the crystals are thicker as enamel matures
Term
True/False, as enamel matures, the crystals are more spread apart from one another
Definition
False, they become pushed together
Term
True/False, as enamel matures, the organic material is removed and most remains only in the rod sheath.
Definition
True
Term
During the secretory phase of amelogenesis, what is the percentage of mineralized enamel?
Definition
30%
Term
True/False, during the secretory phase of amelogenesis, proteins compose of 66% of the enamel.
Definition
True
Term
During which phase of amelogenesis would the differentiation of cells into ameloblasts occur?
Definition
Presecretory
Term
True/False, during the maturation phase of amelogenesis, enamel is created and organized.
Definition
False, this is describing the secretory phase. During the maturation phase, organic material is removed.
Term
During amelogenesis, what induces the underlying dental papilla cells to become odontoblasts?
Definition
Internal enamel epithelium
Term
During amelogenesis, what induces the internal enamel epithelium to become secretory ameloblasts?
Definition
Dentin
Term
Presecretory ameloblast is another term for...?
Definition
internal enamel epithelium
Term
True/False, reciprocal induction occurs with amelogenesis
Definition
True
Term
Which of the following is NOT a component of the papillary layer formed during amelogenesis:

a) stellate reticulum
b) inner enamel epithelium
c) outer enamel epithelium
d) stellate intermedium
Definition
Inner enamel epithelium
Term
True/False, the ameloblast layer is avascular
Definition
True
Term
Which phase of amelogenesis would one find cells of the internal dental lamina having centrally placed nuclei
Definition
Morphogenetic phase
Term
All of the following are characteristics of the histodifferentiation phase of amelogenesis EXCEPT:

-Nuclei shift toward statum intermedium
-Abundant RER formation
-Prominent Golgi
-Junctional complexes form around cells at both ends
-All occur during the histodifferentiation phase
Definition
All occur during the histodifferentiation phase
Term
True/false during the differentiation stage of amelogenesis, the ameloblasts secrete enamel proteins and dentin sialoprotein.
Definition
true
Term
What holds cells together during enamel formation?
Definition
Terminal web
Term
True/false, organizing odontoblasts are induced by the presecretory ameloblasts
Definition
True
Term
True/False, during the initial secretory stage of amelogenesis, enamel rods are formed
Definition
False
Term
True/false, during the secretory phase of amelogenesis, it is common to find both ameloblastin and amelogenin within the same secretory vesicle.
Definition
True
Term
What occurs to lead to the formation of the distal Tomes' processes?
Definition
Ameloblasts moving away from the dentin
Term
What needs to form in order to the rod and interrod enamel morphology to begin to appear?
Definition
Tomes processes
Term
What type of enamel is formed by the secretions from the cell junctions? The tip of Tomes' process?
Definition
cell junctions = interrod enamel

tomes process = rod enamel
Term
Why does the enamel in the outer third have a different orientation than the rest of the enamel?
Definition
Changes in the morphology of Tomes' processes
Term
True/False, rods are sandwhiched between two layers of initial and final enamel
Definition
True
Term
True/False, enamel is produced by proximal surface of tomes' process
Definition
True
Term
During the maturation stage of amelogenesis, what two morphologies can ameloblasts be seen in? What is the primary cause for these morphologies?
Definition
Ruffled border - adding inorganic material

Smooth border - removal of water and organic material
Term
What causes the ruffled border morphology of ameloblasts during amelogenesis?
Definition
Addition of inorganic material
Term
What causes the smooth border morphology of ameloblasts during amelogenesis?
Definition
Removal of water and organic material
Term
True/False, during amelogenesis when ameloblasts transition to ruffled ameloblasts, 50% of the ameloblasts will die as a result of necrosis.
Definition
False, everything is true except that the cells die as a result of apoptosis, not necrosis
Term
Which family of proteins regulates apoptosis during amelogenesis?
Definition
BCL-2 protein family
Term
True/False, during the maturation phase of amelogenesis, fluid and matrix proteins are removed causing the crystals of enamel to get smaller.
Definition
False,

although fluid and matrix proteins are removed, the enamel crystals actually get larger
Term
During the maturation phase of amelogenesis, what important process (specific name) occurs regarding ameloblasts morphology? What general change in morphology occurs?
Definition
Ameloblats undergo MODULATION.

Ruffled border --> Smooth border
Term
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ruffled border ameloblasts:

-produces bicarbonate ions
-maintains pH for degrading matrix
-alkalizes the enamel fluid to prevent reverse demineralization
-Cells spend 20% of its lifetime in this form
-All of the above are characteristic of ruffled border ameloblasts
Definition
-Cells spend 20% of its lifetime in this form

The ruffled border morphology is the form that ameloblasts spend approximately 80% of its lifetime in.
Term
True/False, on both proximal and distal surfaces of ameloblasts, tight junctions can be found linking cells together
Definition
True
Term
True/False, during the maturation phase of amelogenesis, the basement membrane has been degraded.
Definition
False
Term
True/False, during the protective stage of amelogenesis, desmosomes, rather than hemidesmosomes, are formed with ameloblasts
Definition
False, hemidesmosomes are formed with ameloblasts, desmosomes should NOT be present
Term
True/false, basal lamina secretion occurs during the protective stage of amelogenesis
Definition
True
Term
All of the following are characteristics of amelogenins except:

-Hydrophobic
-Heterogenous
-Regulate growht in crystal thickness and width
-Form nanospheres
-All of the following are characteristic of amelogenins
Definition
-All of the following are characteristic of amelogenins
Term
What is the function of ameloblastin?
Definition
Promote mineral formation
Term
What is the function of enamelin?
Definition
Crystal nucleation and growth
Term
How is the following statement incorrect:

The amelogenin, ameloblastin, functions to promote mineral formation, while another amelogenin, enamelin, functions to promote crystal nucleation and growth.
Definition
Ameloblastin and enamelin are both NONamelogenins, however the functions stated are correct
Term
What occurs during the 4th stage of amelogenesis?
Definition
Heavy mineralization of outer layer
Term
Regarding the organization of enamel, enamel rods run (parallel/perpendicular) to the surface of dentin?
Definition
Perpendicular
Term
Regarding enamel, the incremental lines of growth can be referred to as...?
Definition
Stria of retzius
Term
In a horizontal section of enamel, how do stria appear?
Definition
As concentric rings
Term
What are Hunter-Schrager bands?
Definition
Optical pattern resulting from the changes in enamel rod direction
Term
True/False, gnarled enamel is found in the cuspal region of the crown where the enamel rods twist and become irregular
Definition
True
Term
True/False, the DEJ is a relatively flat border between the dentin and enamel
Definition
False, it is a scalloped shaped border between dentin and enamel
Term
True/False, tufted enamel results from abrupt changes in enamel rods at the DEJ resulting in less mineraliztion in this region
Definition
True
Term
True/False, enamel lamellae is known to be filled with enamel proteins and/or organic debris
Definition
True
Term
What is this describing: Newly formed odontoblast processes caught between enamel formbed by adjacent ameloblasts
Definition
Enamel spindles
Term
At the surface, Stria of Retzius are...?
Definition
Perikymata
Term
Up until what age does the jaw grow?
Definition
20 years old
Term
True/False, tooth germs of permanent teeth develop on the buccal side of the primary teeth.
Definition
false,

tooth germs of permanent teeth develop on the LINGUAL side of the primary teeth
Term
Since permanent molars are non-succedaneous, where do they develop from?
Definition
Posterior extension of dental lamina
Term
True/False, permanent premolars are located between the rooths of the deciduous molars prior to eruption
Definition
True
Term
True/False, maxillary molars face mesially at first until there is enough room for them to move
Definition
False, they face distally until there is enough room for them to move
Term
True/false, mandibular molars face distally at first until there is enough room for them to move.
Definition
False, mandibular molars face mesially at first until there is enough room for them to move, maxillary molars face distally at first until there is enough room for them to move.
Term
True/False, maxillary molars face distally at first until there is enough room for them to move, while mandibular molars face mesially at first until there is enough room for them to move.
Definition
True
Term
True/False, when referring to preeruptive tooth movement, eccentric growth refers to the relative growth of one part of a tooth in relation to the rest of the tooth
Definition
True
Term
During eccentric tooth movement, which part of the tooth is growing? Which part is not growing?
Definition
Root is growing, crown is not
Term
In successional teeth, what allows the dental follicle to remain attached to the lamina propria?
Definition
Gubernacular cord
Term
Regarding tooth eruption, if there was a genetic change eliminating osteoclastic activity, what would result? Why?
Definition
Teeth would NOT erupt because the gubernacular canals would not be able to widen
Term
True/False, once an erupting tooth reaches the occlusal surface, external factors dictate tooth movement
Definition
True
Term
True/False, teeth without roots do not have the ability to erupt
Definition
False
Term
True/False, as long as the dental follicle is present, the gubernacular cord will develop and tooth eruption will occur, even if there isn't a tooth present
Definition
True
Term
True/False, the PDL forms prior to root formation
Definition
False, PDL forms after root formation starts
Term
True/false, the PDL does not play a role in tooth eruption
Definition
True
Term
True/False, CSF-1 promotes differention of macrophages
Definition
True
Term
What effect does the RANKL-RANK complex have on osteoprotegerin activity?
Definition
RANKL-RANK complex downregulates (decreases activity) of osteoprotegerin, thus increasing osteoclastic activity
Term
True/false the RARNKL-RANK complex is found at the apical protion of the dental follicle
Definition
True
Term
True/False, if one wished to enhance orthodontic movement, they would want to increase RANKL and decrease osteoprotegerin
Definition
True
Term
What are the two consequences of removing the basal dental follicle?
Definition
No tooth eruption

No alveolar bone growth
Term
True/False, bone, connective tissue, and epithelium reabsorption move the erupting tooth into the eruption pathway
Definition
False, these 3 things form the eruption pathway, interradiucluar bone formation, root growth and PDL move the erupting tooth into the eruption pathway
Term
True/false, interradicular bone formation, root growth, and the PDL move an erupting tooth into the eruption pathway
Definition
True
Term
True/false, the dental follicle regulates the formation of the eruption pathway as well as the movement of an erupting tooth into the eruption pathway
Definition
True
Term
What regulates the formation of the eruption pathway as well as the movement of an erupting tooth into the eruption pathway?
Definition
Dental follicle
Term
During mesial drift, what is occurring on the mesial wall? Distal wall? What general process occurs causing a mesial drift?
Definition
Bone resorption on the mesial wall

Bone apposition on the distal wall

Interproximal wear is the general process causing mesial drift
Term
True/false, if looking at an x-ray of the primary dentition, prior to permanent eruption, the permanent teeth can be seen labially to the primary teeth.
Definition
False,

permanent teeth are found lingually to the primary teeth prior to eruption
Term
What is the relationship between masticatory forces and the rate of tooth exfoliation?
Definition
directly proportional

increased masticatory forces increases the rate of exfoliation.
Term
True/false, the mandibular teeth exfoliate before the maxillary teeth
Definition
true
Term
True/false, early tooth eruption is more likely to occur rather than late tooth eruption
Definition
false, late tooth eruption is more likely to occur rather than early tooth eruption
Term
True/false, during the hyalinization periord of orthodontic movement, tooth movement is stagnant (ceased)
Definition
true
Term
If the cementum did not have a greater resistance to forces versus bone, what would occur?
Definition
The root would be lost
Term
What bones form the TMJ?
Definition
Glenoid fossa of the temporal bone

Mandibular condyle
Term
What type of joint is the ginglymoid?
Definition
Hinge joint
Term
What is the gomphosis?
Definition
A joint that binds the teeth to the tooth socket
Term
The undersurface of the squamous portion of the temporal bone refers to the...?
Definition
Glenoid fossa
Term
Which muscle inserts into the coronoid process?
Definition
Temporalis
Term
The anterior process of the mandible is known as the...?
Definition
Coronoid process
Term
Which muscle inserts into the anterior process of the mandible?
Definition
Temporalis (anterior process of the mandible = coronoid process)
Term
True/False, the TMJ's connective tissue layer is cartilagenous rather than fibrous
Definition
False, the CT layer of the TMJ is fibrous rather than cartilagenous
Term
Regarding the TMJ, specifically the mandibular condyle, if it is to displaced, which direction would it likely be displaced in? Why?
Definition
If the mandibular condyle is displaced, it is like to be displaced anteriorly. This is because the temporomandibular ligament prevents posterior and inferior displacement of the mandibular condyle
Term
True/False regarding the synovial membrane of the TMJ, type A cells are fibroblast type cells while type B cells are macrophage type cells
Definition
False

type a = macrophage type
type b = fibroblast type
Term
Which 2 muscles of mastication form a sling around the mandible AND act as elevators?

Medial pterygoid
Lateral pterygoid
Masseter
Temporalis
Definition
Medial pterygoid

Masseter
Term
This muscle of mastication elevates the jaw anterior and also retracts it posteriorly.
Definition
Temporalis
Term
What is the function of the inferior head of the lateral pterygoid muscle?
Definition
Opens jaw
Term
What is the function of the superior head of the lateral pterygoid muscle?
Definition
Close jaw
Term
Which muscles of mastication act as elevators?

Medial pterygoid
Lateral pterygoid
Masseter
Temporalis
Definition
Medial pterygoid
Masseter
temporalis
Term
Regarding the TMJ, what allows a person to know if they're chewing at the appropriate force?
Definition
receptors on the muscle spindles
Term
Which muscle of mastication plays a role in the depression of the TMJ?

Medial pterygoid
Lateral pterygoid
Masseter
Temporalis
Definition
Lateral pterygoid
Term
Which muscles of mastication are responsible for the protrusion of the TMJ?

Medial pterygoid
Lateral pterygoid
Masseter
Temporalis
Definition
Lateral pterygoid

Superior head of the masseter
Term
Which muscles of mastication are responsible for the retrusion of the TMJ?

Medial pterygoid
Lateral pterygoid
Masseter
Temporalis
Definition
Temporalis

Masseter
Term
All of the muscles of mastication are involved in the movement of the jaw from left to right, and vice-versa. Which muscles of mastication are used on the same side as the direction of jaw movement? Opposite side?
Definition
If moving the jaw to the left, the left masseter and left temporalis muscles are used. The right medial pterygoid and right lateral pterygoid muscles are also used.

If moving the jaw to the right, the right masseter and right temporalis are used, while the left medial pterygoid and right lateral pterygoid are used.

Thus the masseter and temporalis used is the same side as the direction of the jaw movement. While both pterygoids used are opposite to the direction of jaw movement
Term
The golgi tendon organs are involved in what way regarding the TMJ?
Definition
They detect musclar tension
Term
True/False, Ruffini's endings are found in the joint capsule of the TMJ
Definition
true
Term
True/false, the pacinian corpuscles are found in the joint capsule of the tmj
Definition
true
Term
This TMJ sensory receptor is a pressure receptor detecting joint movement
Definition
Pacinian corpuscle
Term
This TMJ sensory receptor detects joint position
Definition
Ruffini's endings
Term
Which of the following is NOT a major salivary gland

-parotid
-sublingual
-submucosal
-submandibular
Definition
submucosal
Term
What active contituient of saliva acts as a barrier and also has a protective funtion?
Definition
Mucins
Term
True/false, the pH of saliva is likely to be maintained by buffering ions
Definition
True
Term
Which of the following is NOT a function of Mucins in regards to saliva:

-Barrier/protection
-Lubrication
-Antimicrobial activity
-Pellicle formation
-All of the above are function of mucins
Definition
pellice formation

Pellicle formation is a function of proteins, not mucins
Term
Lipcalins are involved in which function of saliva?
Definition
Taste
Term
Where does the parotid gland enter the oral cavity?
Definition
By maxillary second molar
Term
True/False, the parotid gland duct travels across the lateral pterygoid muscle
Definition
False, travels across the masseter muscle
Term
True/false, the parotid gland is innervated both sympathetically and parasympathetically
Definition
True
Term
Which nerve innervates the partoid gland?
Definition
Cranial nerve IX (glossopharyngeal)
Term
Regarding parotid innervation, the glossopharyngeal nerve is likely to synapse where?
Definition
Otic ganglion
Term
Regarding partoid innervation, specifically the glossopharyngeal nerve, through what location do the postganglionic fibers reach the parotid gland?
Definition
Auriculotemporal nerve
Term
Regarding parotid innervation, what type of innervation is being described:

postganglionic fibers from the superior cervical ganglion, traveling with the blood supply.
Definition
Sympathetic innervation
Term
This salivary gland enters the oral cavity lateral to the lingual frenulum
Definition
Submandibular
Term
Which cranial nerve innervates the submandibular gland
Definition
7 (facial)
Term
True/false, regarding submandibular gland innervation, the facial nerve snapses in the submandibular ganglion and the postganglionic fibers reach the gland through the lingual nerve
Definition
True
Term
True/False, the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual salivary glands all achieve sympathetic innervation via the same pathway, that being, postganglionic fibers from the superior cervical ganglion, traveling with the blood supply
Definition
True
Term
True/false, the submandibular and sublingual glands acheive all forms of innervation via the same pathways
Definition
true
Term
The sublingual salivary gland is located above what structure?
Definition
Mylohyoid muscle
Term
At what location does the sublingual gland enter the oral cavity?
Definition
Sublingual fold
Term
True/False, the sublingual gland is located posterior to the submandibular gland
Definition
false, it's anterior
Term
True/False, salivary glands originate from endoderm buds
Definition
false, ectoderm
Term
The INTERlobular ducts of salivary glands are found in _____________ while the INTRAlobular ducts are found in _____________
Definition
inter = CT

intra = lobules
Term
What type of cells surround a salivary gland duct?
Definition
Pyramidal cells
Term
Regarding the cells that surround a salivary duct, which of the following is false:

-8-12 pyramidal cells surround duct
-secretory granules are apically located
-nuclei are apically located
-all of the follow are true
Definition
-Nuclei are apically located

the nuclei of cells surrounding the salivary glands are basally located since the secretory granules are apically located.
Term
True/false, regarding saliva formation, primary saliva is isotonic and transitions to a hypertonic solution
Definition
false, isotonic --> hypotonic
Term
Where does saliva modification occur?
Definition
Salivary duct system
Term
Regarding salivary glands, between what two locations would one likely find myoepithelial cells?
Definition
Between basal lamina and the secretory cells
Term
True/false, myoepithelial cells attach to secretory cells via hemidesmosomes
Definition
false, attach via desmosomes
Term
Intercalated duct cells produce what two this that aid in immunity?
Definition
Lysozyme and lactoferrin
Term
What color would a straited duct cell stain and why?
Definition
Very light pink because of the numerous mitochondria found in the basal portion of the cell.
Term
The nuclei of strated duct cells are found where within the cell?
Definition
Centrally located
Term
True/False, straited duct cells are columnar, not cuboidal
Definition
True
Term
True/false, intercalated duct cells are cuboidal, not columnar
Definition
true
Term
True/false, myoepithelial cells are also known as secretory cells
Definition
false, acinar cells are secretory, not myoepitelial
Term
True/false, fluid secretion from salivary glands is in response to an increased sympathetic nerve activity
Definition
false, parasympathetic activity leads to an increased production of saliva, sympathetic activity has the opposite effect
Term
True/false, contaction of the myoepithelial cells is a result of parasympathetic activity
Definition
true
Term
All of the following are true regarding the parasympathetic activity of salivary glands except:

-vasoconstriction
-contaction of myoepithelial cells
-fluid secretion
-exocytosis
Definition
-vasconstriction

parasympathetic activity leads to vasodilation, not constriction
Term
True/false, parasympathetic activity is more prevalent in the salivary glands versus sympathetic activity
Definition
true
Term
What is the most common ductal obstruction of the submandibular duct?
Definition
Sialoliths (stones)
Term
Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune disorder causing dry mouth. Why does this occur?
Definition
Acinar cell degeneration from inflammatory damage
Term
The posterior boundary of the oral mucosa is the...?
Definition
Anterior faucial pillar
Term
What two areas are known as the specialized oral mucosa from an organizational standpoint?
Definition
Red area of lip

Dorsum of tongue
Term
What two areas are known as the masticatory areas of oral mucosa from an organizational standpoint?
Definition
Gingiva and hard palate
Term
True/False the epithelium of the mucosa component of the oral mucosa is stratified squamous
Definition
True
Term
True/false, fine irregular connective tissue composes the lamina propria of the oral mucosa
Definition
true
Term
True/false, the gingiva is nonkeratinized while the alveolar mucosa is keratinized
Definition
False,

other way around
Term
What does gingival stippling indicate?
Definition
Healthy oral mucosa
Term
What are Fordyce's granules? What do they look like?
Definition
Sebaceous glands of the oral mucosa which appear as yellow spots
Term
True/false, a surgical incision into the masticatory mucosa does not require suturing while a simlar incision in the lining mucosa would be more likely to require suturing
Definition
true
Term
What is the interface between the oral epithelium and the lamina propria?
Definition
Basal lamina
Term
Where is the mucoperiosteum located and what type of mucosa is it characteristic in?
Definition
Mucoperiosteum is deep to the submucosa and is characteristic of the masticatory mucosa
Term
What structure would allow one to differentiate between masticatory mucosa versus lining mucosa?
Definition
Mucoperiosteum, it is characteristic of the masticatory mucosa
Term
Epithelial proliferation of the oral mucosa is influenced by...?
Definition
cytokines
Term
What layer lies directly superior to the basal cell layer of the oral epithelium? The presence of what structures lets one know they are in this layer?
Definition
Spinous or prickle layer

presence of desmosomes
Term
True/false, regarding oral mucosa, tonofilaments appear in both keratinized and non keratinized epithelia
Definition
true
Term
Regarding tonofilaments, how could one differentiate keratinized from non-keratinized epithelia?
Definition
Keratinized epithelia tonofilaments aggregate to forom tonofibrils while non-keratinized epithelia tonofilaments remain dispersed
Term
Regading oral epithelia, the presence of lamellate granules (membrane coating) allows one to know they are in this layer of the epithelia.
Definition
Upper prickle cell layer
Term
What characteristic of lamellate granules (membrane coating) allows one to differentiate keratinized vs non-keratinized epithelia
Definition
keratinized = lamellate granules are oval

NK = lamellate granules are round with a dense core
Term
What gives keratinized epithelium its basophilic appearance in the granular later?
Definition
Keratohyaline granules
Term
What type of epithelium and cell layer is this describing:

Cuboidal or columnar cells containing bundles of tonofibrils and other cell organelles; site of most cell divisions
Definition
Basal layer or keratinized epithelium of the oral mucosa
Term
What type of epithelium and cell layer is this describing:

Larger ovoid cells containing conspicuous tonofibril bundles; membrane-coating granules appear in upper part of this layer
Definition
Prickle/spinosum layer of keratinized epithelium of the oral mucosa
Term
What type of epithelium and cell layer is this describing:

flattened cells containing conspicuous keatohyaline granules associated with tonofibrils; membrane-coating granules fuse with cell membrane in upper part; internal membrane thickening also occurs
Definition
Granular layer of keratinized epithelium of the oral mucosa
Term
What type of epithelium and cell layer is this describing:

Extremely flattened and dehydrated cells in which all organelles have been lost; cells filled only with packed fibrillar material
Definition
Keratinized layer of keratinized epithelium of the oral mucosa
Term
What type of epithelium and cell layer is this describing:

Cuboidal or columnar cells containing separate tonofilaments and other cells organells; site of most cell divisions
Definition
basal layer of NK epithelium of the oral mucosa
Term
What type of epithelium and cell layer is this describing:

Larger ovoid cells containing dispersed tonofilaments; membrane-coating granules appear in upper part of this layer; filaments become numerous
Definition
Prickle/spinousum layer of NK epithelium of the oral mucosa
Term
What type of epithelium and cell layer is this describing:

Slightly flattened cells containing many dispersed tonofilaments and glycogen
Definition
Intermediate layer of NK epithelium of the oral mucosa
Term
What type of epithelium and cell layer is this describing:

Slightly flattened cells with dispersed filaments and glycogen; fewer organelles are present, but nuclei persist
Definition
Supericial layer of NK epithelium of the oral mucosa
Term
What type of nuclei are present, if any, in a parakeratinized epithelium
Definition
Pyknotic nuclei
Term
What two things contribute to the color of the oral epithelium?
Definition
Melanocytes and vascularity
Term
The antigen-presenting cells of the oral epithelium are?
Definition
Langerhan cells
Term
These cells of the oral epithelium respond to touch and are found in the basal layer
Definition
Merkel cells
Term
True/false, color is more intense as the number of melansomes produced increases
Definition
false, the color difference of the oral mucosa is independent on the number of melanosomes produced. Color difference is a result of melanosome production but the number of melanosomes produced do not have an effect on the color difference
Term
These cells are known as the mechanoreceptors of the oral mucosa.
Definition
Merkel cells
Term
Which cranial nerves are involved in the taste sensation?
Definition
7, 9, 10
Term
Motor innervation of the oral mucosa comes from which cranial nerves?
Definition
5 and 7
Term
Autonomic innervation of the oral mucosa comes from which cranial nerves?
Definition
5, 7, 9, 10
Term
True/false, the more posterior you are in the oral cavity, the better the sensory nerves.
Definition
False, better anteriorly vs posteriorly
Term
True/false, free gingiva is keratinized while attached gingiva is parakeratinized
Definition
True
Term
True/false, the alveolar mucosa is keratinized
Definition
false, non-keratinized
Term
Where does junctional epithelium of the oral mucosa develop from?
Definition
Reduced enamel epithelium fusing with the oral ectoderm
Term
Regarding junctional epithelium, what does the external basal lamina attach to? Internal basal lamina?
Definition
external - lamina propria

internal - enamel and cementum
Term
This enamel matrix protein is expressed during enamel development and is found in the basal lamina of junctional epithelium
Definition
Amelotin
Term
Where is the enamel matrix protein, amelotin, found?
Definition
Basal lamina of junctional epithelium
Term
During what period would one be likely to find the enamel matrix protein, amelotin?
Definition
During enamel development
Term
All of the following develop from the Ectoderm except:

-palate
-cheeks
-gingiva
-tongue
Definition
Tongue

tongue develops from endoderm
Term
All of the following are developed from the ectoderm except

-palate
-cheeks
-gingiva
-epiglottis
Definition
Epiglottis
Term
All of the following are developed from the endoderm except:

-tongue
-epiglottis
-pharynx
-gingiva
Definition
Gingiva

gingiva comes from the ectoderm
Term
What effect would a vitamin B or iron deficiency have on the tongue?
Definition
Smoother surface
Term
What type of dentin is likely to be formed after a dental procedure
Definition
Tertiary dentin
Term
This type of dentin is deposited after root formation
Definition
Secondary
Term
The root canal terminates as you enter this structure...
Definition
Apical foramen
Term
True/false, predentin is calcified
Definition
false, predentin is unmineralized
Term
The main constituent of predentin is...
Definition
collagen
Term
By weight, what percentage of dentin is inorganic material? organic material? water?
Definition
70%, 20%, 10%
Term
What type of collagen is found in dentin? (3 types)
Definition
Type 1, 3, 4

Type 1 is majority and forms scaffold for mineral
Term
What is the major matrix protein of enamel?
Definition
Amelogenin (several isoforms)
Term
What is the major matrix protein of dentin?
Definition
Type 1 collagen along with traces of several others
Term
True/false, dentinogenesis begins during the bell stage
Definition
true
Term
What cell line do odontoblasts come from?
Definition
Ectomesenchymal cells
Term
True/false, dentinogenesis first starts at the root, forming root dentin, then later forms coronal dentin in the cuspal region of the developing tooth
Definition
False, coronal dentin then root dentin. everything else is correct
Term
During odontoblast differentiation, why do they enlarge?
Definition
To occupy the acellular zone between the dental papilla and the presecretory ameloblasts
Term
Regarding dentinogenesis, what are the boundaries for the acellular zone?
Definition
Dental papilla and presecretory ameloblasts
Term
Reverse polarity of what cells leads to the appearance of odontoblasts?
Definition
Presecretory ameloblasts
Term
What is the 1st sign of dentinogenesis?
Definition
Deposition of von Korff's fibers

von Korff's fibers = type iii collagen with fibronectin
Term
von Korff's fibers are composed of what type of collagen combined with what other constituent?
Definition
Type iii collagen with fibronectin
Term
True/false, the 1st sign of dentinogenesis is the deposition of a complex of fibers composed of type iii collagen with fibronectin
Definition
true,

type iii collagen fibers with fibronectin = von Korff's fibers = 1st sign of dentinogenesis
Term
What does Hertwig's root sheath induce the formation of?
Definition
Root dentin
Term
True/false, a preodontoblast will have more cytoplasmic organelles versus secretory odontoblasts
Definition
true
Term
What are the secretions that come from secretory odontoblasts?
Definition
Type I collagen and ground substances
Term
Secretory odontoblasts are most similar to this cell type when thinking in terms of secretions.
Definition
Fibroblasts
Term
What term refers to the odontoblastic process that becomes embedded into the enamel?
Definition
Enamel spindle
Term
What term refers to the small, round discrete areas of dentin calcification
Definition
Calcospherites
Term
How does interglobular dentin arise?
Definition
From incomplete fusion of calcospherites
Term
True/false, Linear dentin calcification occurs when mineralization progresses slowly.
Definition
True
Term
When does globular dentin calcification occur?
Definition
When there are mineralization foci that continue to grow larger
Term
True/false, reparative dentin forms rapidly
Definition
true
Term
Since tertiary dentin forms rapidly, what cells might one find?
Definition
Odontoblasts
Term
What causes the formation of sclerotic dentin?
Definition
Occluded dentinal tubules
Term
Regarding dentin, what is a dead tract, what causes it, and what does it appear like on a histological section.
Definition
Dead tracts are empty dentinal tubules after the odontoblast process have been disintegrated via bacteria from a carious lesion. They stain darkly on a histological section
Term
Tomes' granular layer is found at what dental landmark?
Definition
CEJ
Term
These very large incremental lines in dentin reflect changes in nutritional status or disease in the individual during the period of dentinogenesis.
Definition
Contour (incremental) lines of Owen
Term
True/false, Odontoblast processes have multiple organelles, microtubules, and microfilaments
Definition
False,

Odontoblasts don't have organelles, but they do have microtubules and microfilaments
Term
True/false, secretory vesicles of Odontoblast processes move along the microtubules
Definition
True
Term
This cell is responsible for making up the pulp matrix.
Definition
Fibroblast
Term
The antigen presenting cells of the pulp are?
Definition
Dendritic cells
Term
Which of the following is NOT found in the pulp:

-Type 1 collagen
-Type 3 collagen
-Glycosaminoglycans
-Glycoproteins
-Water
-All are found within the pulp
Definition
-all are found within the pulp
Term
What is the plexus of raschkow? Where is it found?
Definition
Nerve plexus of the pulp found in the cell-free and cell-rich zones of the pulp
Term
True/False, Nerve growth factor positive fibers within the dentin tubules are found within the cell-free zone of the pulp
Definition
True
Term
Why is there a decrease in pulp volume with age?
Definition
Continued deposition of dentin
Term
True/false, with age the pulp's cell density increases while the amount of fibrous bundles decreases
Definition
false, other way around
Term
True/false, with age, the pulp becomes more sensitive
Definition
false, the pulp loses axons with age, and therefore sensitivity decreases
Term
All of the following are age changes in the dentin-pulp complex except:

-decrease in volume of pulp chamber
-increased vascular supply
-decreased cellular density
-loss of axons and pulp sensitivity
Definition
-increased vascular supply

With age, there is a reduction of vascular supply within the pulp
Term
True/false, with age the dentin becomes increasingly brittle
Definition
true
Term
True/false, primary cementum is cellular while secondary cementum is acellular
Definition
False, other way around
Term
What is the name for the acellular cementum junction with dentin?
Definition
Tome's granular layer
Term
What do cementoblasts synthesize?
Definition
collagen fibers
Term
Cementum has two types of striations, parallel incremental layers and horizontal striations. What is represented by each of these striations?
Definition
Parallel - sequential layering of cementum

Horizontal - insertion of the PDL fibers
Term
True/false, cementoblasts arise from the ectomesenchyme and are on the surface of cementum
Definition
true
Term
Where would one find cementocytes? These cells have processes. Where are these processes found?
Definition
Cementocytes are in the lacunae in cementum while their processes are in canaliculi
Term
What results from the mineralization of cementoid in cellular cementum?
Definition
Cementoblasts are trapped
Term
Acellular extrinsic fiber cementum is also known as?
Definition
Attachment cementum
Term
What type of cementum is likely to be found in incisors and canines?
Definition
Acellular extrinsic fiber cementum aka attachment cementum
Term
True/false, cellular cementum is located apically and is necessary for supporting the tooth.
Definition
False, cellular cementum is located apically but, it isn't needed for supporting the tooth. It is involved in reparative functions
Term
When does secondary cementum form?
Definition
Once the tooth is in occlusion
Term
Secondary cementum forms in which specific region of the tooth in premolars and molars? (not a 1/3, a specific name)
Definition
Interradicular regions of premolars and molars
Term
HERS induces pulp to form _____________ which produce ________________
Definition
HERS induces pulp to form odontoblasts which produce predentin
Term
Cells of the __________________ give rise to cementoblasts
Definition
Cells of the dental follicle give rise to cementoblasts
Term
Two types of cells have the ability to become cementoblasts. These are...?
Definition
Neural crest origin (ectomesenchyme)

Root sheath cells
Term
What needs to occur in order for cementum to form on the developing root?
Definition
Dentin deposition along the Hertwig's epithelial root sheath
Term
True/false, Primary (acellular) cementum is NOT mineralized
Definition
false, it is mineralized
Term
Cells that migrate away from the dentin toward the dental sac become the _____________________________ found in the periodontal ligament
Definition
Epithelial cell rests of Malassez
Term
What two morphologies would one find epithelial rests of Malassez in?
Definition
Clusters

Long strands along cementum
Term
The compact bone of the alveolar process is known by what two names?
Definition
Alveolar bone proper

Lamina dura (when viewed on radiographs)
Term
The outer portion of the alveolar bone is known as the...?
Definition
Cortical plate
Term
What is the bone that lines a tooth socket called and why is it called this?
Definition
Bundle bone

result of PDL fibers (Sharpey's fibers) inserting in this bone
Term
What is the specific name of the fibers (not PDL fibers) that insert into the tooth socket giving it the name, bundle bone?
Definition
Sharpey's fibers
Term
This structure functions as the periosteum for the alveolar bone and cementum.
Definition
PDL
Term
What is the function of osteoprotegerin in regards to periodontium?
Definition
Mediate bone and root resorption by osteoclasts
Term
True/False, bone sialoprotein is involved in promoting mineralization while osteopontin may regulate the extent of crystal growth
Definition
true
Term
What role do BMP's play with cementoblasts?
Definition
BMPs cause differentiation of cementoblast precursor cells
Term
Blood vessels leave ___________________ of the alveolar bone proper to supply the PDL
Definition
Volkmann's canals
Term
How do blood vessels travel from the alveolar bone proper to the PDL?
Definition
Volkmann's canals
Term
True/false, PDL development starts in the ectomesenchyme around the enamel organ (dental sac)
Definition
true
Term
Where does PDL development start (cell line) around what structure?
Definition
PDL development starts in the ectomesenchyme around the enamel organ (dental sac)
Term
What is another name for the enamel organ?
Definition
Dental sac
Term
What cells, in the periodontium, does the Ectomesenchyme give rise to?
Definition
Fibroblasts, cementoblasts, cementoclasts, osteoblasts, osteoclasts
Term
Regarding PDL development, where do the collagen fibers form from (structure)?
Definition
Dental sac
Term
This structure needs to be disrupted in order for the initiation of PDL development.
Definition
Hertwig's epithelial root sheath
Term
The fibers of the PDL are embedded in _____________ of the root and the _______________ of alveolar bone
Definition
1) cementum

2) lamina dura
Term
True/false, Vitamin C (ascorbate) is a stimulus that affects PDL remodeling
Definition
true
Term
How could one describe the blood vessels in the PDL that surround the tooth?
Definition
Blood vessels form a single-layered vascular mesh located in the middle of the periodontal space. This mesh surrounds the tooth like a basket.
Term
Which neural termination of the periodontium functions as both a nociceptor and mechanoreceptor?
Definition
Free nerve ending
Term
Which neural termination of the periodontium functions as ONLY a mechanoreceptor?
Definition
Ruffini ending
Term
What are Ruffini endings, where are they found, and what is their function?
Definition
Ruffini endings are a class of neural terminations found in the periodontium. They function as mechanoreceptors (pressure sensors).
Term
What is the function of a free nerve ending in the periodontium?
Definition
Nociceptor and mechanoreceptor (pain and pressure, respectively)
Term
What are the 4 types of neural terminations found in the periodontium? Which two have an unknown function?
Definition
Free nerve ending
Ruffini ending
Coiled ending (unknown function)
Encapsulated (unknown function)
Term
What structure hydroxylates 25-OH vitamin D3?
Definition
Kidney
Term
This type of vessel is responsible for exchange of materials.
Definition
Capillaries
Term
The innermost layer of a blood vessel is called the...
Definition
Tunica intima
Term
True/false, all of the following are always present in the tunica intima:

Endothelial cells, basal lamina, connective tissue and smooth muscle cells, internal elastic membrane
Definition
False,

Everything is always present except for the internal elastic membrane which is sometimes, but not always, a component of the tunica intima
Term
This layer of a blood vessel is described as: Smooth muscle cells producing elastic, reticular, and collagenous fibers
Definition
Tunica media
Term
What type of fibers are produced by the smooth muscle cells of the tunica media (3 types)
Definition
Elastic, reticular, collagenous
Term
What is the formal name of the blood vessels of the Tunica adventitia?
Definition
Vasa vasorum
Term
How is this statement false: The tunica intima consists of endothelial cells while the tunica media and tunica adventitia containe connective tissue and smooth muscle, respectively.
Definition
Tunica intima - endothelial cells

Tunica media - smooth muscle

Tunica adventitia - connective tissue
Term
True/false, free migrating angioblasts = vascular progenitor cells
Definition
true
Term
True/false, angiogenesis is described as de novo vessel formation by the coalescence of free migrating angioblasts
Definition
false, this is describing vasculogenesis. Angiogenesis is the sprouting and bridging of blood vessels from pre-existing vessels during embryogenesis and in adulthood
Term
True/false, angiogenesis occurs only during embryogenesis while vasculogenesis occurs only during adulthood
Definition
False, they both occur throughout life
Term
What type of cells secrete VEGF?
Definition
mesenchymal cells
Term
Angioblast proliferation is regulated by...?
Definition
Vasculogenesis is regulated by the interaction of VEGF with VEGF-receptor #2.
Term
Formation of capillary endothelial tubes is dependent on the interaction of...?
Definition
Formation of capillary endothelial tubes is dependent on the interaction of VEGF with VEGF-receptor #1
Term
This process is the formation of a blood vessel from a preexisting vessel...
Definition
Neovascularization
Term
True/false, neovascularization is a normal process that occurs in response to bruising
Definition
False, neovascularization occurs in response to chronic inflammation, collateral circulation, and tumor growth
Term
This occurs in order to initiate angiogenesis (1st step).
Definition
Degradation of the basal lamina of the parental vessel to enable the formation of a capillary sprout
Term
During the 1st step of angiogenesis, this is degraded to allow the formation of this?
Definition
Degradation of the BASAL LAMINA of the parental vessel to enable the formation of a CAPILLARY SPROUT
Term
True/false, periendothelial cells = smooth muscle cells when referring to angiogenesis
Definition
true
Term
True/false, regarding angiogenesis, the capillary sprout becomes the endothelial capillary tube upon maturation via angiogenic factors, VEGF and ANG1.
Definition
True
Term
How is portal blood flow different than usual blood flow?
Definition
In a portal system, blood drains from capillaries into an artery or vein, then into a second set of capillaries

In a usual system, blood drains from arteries into capillaries, then into veins.
Term
In a portal blood flow system, blood drains from capillaries into _______________ or _____________, then into _________________
Definition
Capillaries --> artery or vein --> second set of capillaries
Term
In a typical blood flow system, blood drains from ____________ into ________________, then into ______________
Definition
Arteries --> capillaries --> veins
Term
If an artery has a specific name, it is most likely this type of an artery.
Definition
Muscular artery
Term
This type of artery conducts blood to a variety of organs...? How does it do so?
Definition
Muscular artery

Muscular arteries control blood blow to organs by contracting and relaxing smooth muscle
Term
The interdigitations closest to the lumen of muscular arteries are represented by this structure?
Definition
Internal elastic lamina
Term
The interdigitations closest to the smooth muscle layer of muscular arteries are represented by this structure?
Definition
External elastic lamina
Term
A cardiovascular disease in which there is medial destruction is known as...?
Definition
Aortic aneurysms
Term
Regarding blood flow, these cells regulate smooth muscle activity. These cells secrete smooth muscle cell relaxing factors such as ________________ and contraction factors such as ________________
Definition
Endothelial cells

relaxing factor - nitric oxide

contracting factor - endothelin 1
Term
Where is angiotensin made?
Definition
Liver
Term
What is the purpose of the renin angiotensis system (RAS)? How is it activated?
Definition
Elevate blood pressure

Activated by drop in blood pressure or loss of blood volume
Term
Endothelial cells secrete this enzyme from two locations to convert angiotensin I into angiotensin II. What is the enzyme and where is it secreted from? What is the function of angiotensin?
Definition
ACE (angiotensin converting enzyme)

"an ACE inhibitor will lower blood pressure by preventing this conversion"

ACE is secreted by endothelial cells from the lungs and kidneys

Angiotensin causes vasoconstriction to elevate blood pressure
Term
This smooth muscle cell relaxing factor is increased via Viagra..........
Definition
Nitric oxide
Term
What are the primary vessels that are involved in the regulation of blood flow within an organ?
Definition
Arterioles
Term
Arterioles are innervated by what general class of nerves? What specific type of nerve within that class?
Definition
autonomic nerves specifically sympathetic adrenergic
Term
True/false, capillaries connect arteries and veins to one another
Definition
true
Term
What regulates the extent of capillary networks?
Definition
Metabolic activity of the tissue
Term
Where are continuous capillaries typically found (3 spots)?
Definition
CNS, muscle, lung
Term
Plasmalemmal vesicales are structures found on this type of capillary?
Definition
continuous capillary
Term
What 3 locations are fenestrated capillaries likely to be found?
Definition
Endocrine glands

Intestinal tract

Gall bladder
Term
The space of disse is a structure on this type of capillary?
Definition
Discontinuous capillary
Term
Discontinuous capillaries are found in these 3 locations?
Definition
Liver

spleen

bone marrow
Term
Discontinuous capillaries are found in all of the following except

1) Liver
2) Spleen
3) Gall bladder
4) Bone marrow
5) Both #3 and #4
Definition
Gall bladder
Term
Regarding large veins, which layer contains circumferential cmooth muscle? Longitudinal smooth muscle?
Definition
Circumferential - tunica media

Longitudinal - tunica adventitia
Term
The Tunica Media and Tunica Adventitia of large veins both are composed of different types of smooth muscle. What type composes each of the two layers?
Definition
Tunica media - circumferential smooth muscle

Tunica adventitia - longitudinal smooth muscle
Term
This is responsible for the strength of a medium sized vein. What is it, and what layer is it found in?
Definition
Interspersed connective tissue found in the tunica adventitia.
Term
How do medium sized veins maintain strength?
Definition
By having interspersed connective tissue bundled together within the smooth muscle of the tunica adventitia
Term
What are the two components of a valve found within a vein?
Definition
Thin connective tissue core

Endothelial covering
Term
What occurs in order for a valve in a vein to open?
Definition
Vein contricts
Term
True/false, during muscular relaxation, a valve in a vein would open to allow blood flow to return to the heart.
Definition
False, during relaxation, valves close
Term
True/false, one of the main concerns involving varicose veins (varicosities) is the valve found within the vein does not close properly
Definition
true
Term
What is the function of a blood vessel valve?
Definition
To ensure unidirectional flow of blood/fluid without reflux
Term
Triglycerides that were just consumed and have entered the GI tract enter circulation via the...
Definition
lymphatic system, specifically the thoracic duct
Term
How does excess fluid in the lymphatic system get returned to arterial/venous circulation?
Definition
The lymphatic system's network of capillaries and collecting ducts
Term
What is responsible for colloid osmotic pressure?
Definition
Albumin
Term
True/false, normally, colloid osmotic pressure is greater than capillary hydrostatic pressure.
Definition
True, if it were the other way around, edema would result
Term
What causes edema?
Definition
Hydrostatic (capillary) pressure exceeds osmotic pressure
Term
True/false, lymph flow is controlled by smooth muscle contraction
Definition
false, intrinsic and extrinsic skeletal muscle contraction
Term
Regarding the heart, what structure represents the tunica intima? Tunica media? Tunica adventitia?
Definition
intima = endocardium

media = myocardium

adventitia = epicardium
Term
Regarding the heart, where would one find myoendocrine cells?
Definition
Myocardium
Term
Regarding the heart, where would one find purkinje fibers?
Definition
Endocardium
Term
Regarding the heart, where would one find cardiac myocytes?
Definition
Myocardium
Term
What organ does atrial nautriuretic factor act upon? What does it do?
Definition
Acts on kidneys

causes sodium and water loss
Term
Pericardial fluid is found in this layer of the heart.
Definition
Epicardium
Term
The nerves of the heart are found in this layer?
Definition
Epicardium
Term
The bodies natural pacemaker, location where cardiac action potential is generated, is the...?
Definition
SA Node
Term
What is the function of the AV node of the heart?
Definition
Receive and regulate the electrical signals generated by the SA node
Term
What provides electrical conduction to the ventricles of the heart?
Definition
Purkinje fibers
Term
What are the 3 types of cellular junctions seen in cardiac myocytes?
Definition
Adherens junctions

Desmosomes

Gap junctions
Term
True/false, myocytes in the heart are organized into fascicles
Definition
true
Term
What branches of the autonomic nervous system are involved in the nerual regulation of the heart?
Definition
Sympathetic adrenergic

Parasympathetic cholinergic
Term
True/false, nerual mechanisms that regulate cardiac function primarily involve the sympathetic cholinergic and parasympathetic adrenergic branches of the autonomic nervous system
Definition
false, the heart does involve the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches of the autonomic nervous system but, the cholinergic and adrenergic parts are misplaced. They should be:

sympathetic adrenergic
parasympathetic cholinergic
Term
The renal corpuscles and tubules are found in what section of the kidney?
Definition
Cortex
Term
The renal cortex is divided into what two structures?
Definition
Lobes and lobules
Term
A lobule is found in what section of the kidney? A lobule is composed of what two sections?
Definition
Cortex

Lobule is the collecting duct and the nephrons it drains
Term
Specifically, where would a collecting duct be found in the kidney? (2 places)
Definition
Lobule and pyramid
Term
What two structures compose the renal medulla?
Definition
Renal columns and pyramids
Term
True/false, the renal pyramids of the medulla contain both straight tubules and collecting ducts
Definition
true
Term
Which layer of the renal medulla would one find the papilla?
Definition
Inner medulla
Term
Which layer of the kidney would one find the capsule?
Definition
Cortex
Term
What is the major function unit of the kidney and what are its components?
Definition
Uriniferous tubule - a nephron plus the collecting duct into which it empties
Term
What are the two components of a renal corpuscle?
Definition
Bowman's capsule

Glomerulus
Term
What is contained within the Pars radiata?
Definition
All loop of Henle parts and collecting duct
Term
True/false, the pars convoluta only contains the PCT and DCT
Definition
false, it also contains the renal corpuscle and the arched DC
Term
True/false, interlobular arteries give rise to arcuate arteries
Definition
False, interLOBAR arteries give rise to arcuate arteries, not interLOBULAR arteries.
Term
What type of arteries come from arcuate arteries?
Definition
InterLOBULAR arteries
Term
What type of blood vessels come from interLOBULAR arteries?
Definition
Afferent arterioles
Term
Glomerular capillary beds arise from...?
Definition
Afferent arterioles
Term
Glomerular capillary beds empty into...?
Definition
Efferent arterioles
Term
True/false, glomerular capillary beds empty into afferent arterioles
Definition
false, efferent arterioles
Term
What do efferent arterioles give rise to if they originate from the cortical glomeruli?
Definition
Peritubular capillary plexus
Term
True/false, the peritubular capillary plexus arises from the efferent arterioles that originate from the juxtaglomerula glomeruli
Definition
false, originates from cortical glomeruli
Term
True/false, the vasa recta arises from efferent arterioles that originate from the juxtaglomerula glomeruli.
Definition
true
Term
What do efferent arterioles give rise to if they originate from the juxtaglomerula glomeruli?
Definition
Vasa recta
Term
Where does urine formation begin?
Definition
Renal corpuscle
Term
True/false, the efferent arteriole brings blood to the glomerulus.
Definition
False, afferent
Term
What does the interlobular artery pass through to supply afferent arterioles to the glomeruli?
Definition
Pars convoluta
Term
The parietal layer of the bowman's capsule is made up of what kind of cells?
Definition
Simple squamous epithelium
Term
True/false, the visceral layer of bownan's capsule is composed of podocytes
Definition
true
Term
What are secondary processes of podocytes called?
Definition
Pedicels
Term
How could you describe the capillaries of the glomerulus?
Definition
Fenestrated w/o a diaphragm
Term
Between what two locations in the kidney would one find the thick basement membrane?
Definition
Between fenestrated capillary and the podocyte filtration slit
Term
What effect does Diameted Mellitus have on the kidneys?
Definition
Alters filter allowing proteins to pass through a barrier eventually ending up in the lumen of the Bowmen's capsule and into the urine
Term
True/false, the PCT has a microvillar bush border at its apex composed of actin filaments
Definition
true
Term
In the kidneys if a structure has lateral boundaries without interdigitations what is it most likely? If there were interdigitations present, what could the structure be?
Definition
W/o = collecting tubule

w/ = proximal or distal straight or convoluted
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