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Oral Anatomy Flashcards

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  1. The space between the gingival margin and where the gingiva attaches to the tooth is called the:

    Answer: Gingival sulcus

    The gingival sulcus is the shallow V-shaped crevice between the tooth and the free gingiva, normally 1–3 mm deep.

  2. Which primary tooth is NOT present in the primary dentition?

    Answer: Primary premolar

    There are no primary premolars; the primary dentition consists only of incisors, canines, and molars.

  3. The occlusal surface of molars contains grooves and depressions known as:

    Answer: Pits and fissures

    Pits are small pinpoint depressions and fissures are linear grooves found on the occlusal surfaces of posterior teeth.

  4. The periodontium includes all of the following EXCEPT:

    Answer: Dental pulp

    The periodontium consists of cementum, periodontal ligament, alveolar bone, and gingiva — the dental pulp is not included.

  5. What is the name of the bony socket that houses each tooth root?

    Answer: Alveolus

    Each tooth root is housed in a bony socket called the alveolus, which is part of the alveolar process of the jaw.

  6. Which surface of a tooth faces the lips?

    Answer: Labial

    The labial surface is the surface of anterior teeth that faces toward the lips.

  7. The primary dentition begins to erupt at approximately what age?

    Answer: 6–8 months

    The mandibular central incisors, the first primary teeth to erupt, typically appear at 6–8 months of age.