Ameloblasts And Inner Enamel Epithelium Inner enamel epithelium Answer: Inner enamel epithelium is first seen during the cap stage Consists of a single layer of columnar cells called ameloblasts Present on the concave surface in the cap and bell stage Size 4-5 pm in diameter 40 pm high Attached to one another by junctional complexes and to the … [Read more...] about Ameloblasts And Inner Enamel Epithelium
Layers Of Oral Keratinized Mucosa
Layers Of Oral Keratinized Mucosa Keratinized mucosa / Strata in keratinized mucosa Answer: Basal layer Cells are cylindrical or cuboidal They are attached to the basement membrane Cells have the ability to divide One of the divided cells migrates to the superficial layer Basal cells are separated from connective tissue by the basement membrane … [Read more...] about Layers Of Oral Keratinized Mucosa
Non-Keratinized Mucosa In The Mouth
Non-Keratinized Mucosa In The Mouth Non keratinized mucosa Answer: Areas with non-keratinized mucosa: Lining mucosa Labial and buccal mucosa Alveolar mucosa Mucosa of ventral aspect of tongue Mucosa of the floor of the mouth. Soft palate Histological features: 1. Epithelium Have high rates of mitosis Three layers are present Stratum … [Read more...] about Non-Keratinized Mucosa In The Mouth
Specialized Mucosa Of The Tongue: Structure And Features
Specialized Mucosa Of The Tongue: Structure And Features Question 1. Specialized mucosa Answer: The mucous membrane covering the dorsum of the tongue is called specialized mucosa Dorsum of the tongue: It is rough and irregular It is divided by the V-shaped groove called sulcus terminals into Anterior two-third or papillary part Posterior one third or … [Read more...] about Specialized Mucosa Of The Tongue: Structure And Features
Gingiva In Periodontology
Gingiva In Periodontology Gingiva Answer: It is defined as the tissue that covers the alveolus and encircles the necks of the teeth It is immovable and firmly attached to the periosteum of the alveolar bone Microscopic features Epithelium Thick stratified squamous epithelium Layers - stratum basale, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum and stratum … [Read more...] about Gingiva In Periodontology