Kristensmith Taylor

Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve "How do neurons transmit motor signals to the larynx? FAQ explained" Question 1. Superior cervical sympathetic ganglion Answer: Superior cervical ganglion is largest of three ganglia It is spindle shaped structure It is 2.5 cm long Situation: Below the skull Opposite to C2 and C3 vertebrae Behind carotid sheath Front of … [Read more...] about Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve

Cusp Preservation: Definition & Technique Question 1. CUSP. Answer: It is an elevation or mound on the crown portion of a tooth making up a divisional part of the occlusal surface. It is an integral part of the occlusal surface. Generally, posterior teeth will have cusps. Different sets of teeth have different numbers of cusps. Example: Mandibular 1st … [Read more...] about Cusp Preservation: Definition & Technique

Gingival Sulcus Question 1. Fossa. Answer: It is an irregular depression or concavity found on the tooth surface. Depending on their locations, they are named as: Lingual fossa - on the lingual surface of incisor. Central fossa - On the occlusal surface of molars. Triangular fossa - On occlusal surfaces of molars & premolars mesial or distal to the … [Read more...] about Gingival Sulcus

Mamelons On Teeth "What are mamelons on teeth? A detailed question and answers guide" Question 1. Pits. Answer: These are small or pin-point deep depressions in enamel, sometimes in dentin. Site: At the junction of developmental grooves or at the terminals of those grooves. The central pit is located in the central fossa. Fossa of molars where developmental … [Read more...] about Mamelons On Teeth

Crown Question 1. Crown. Answer: Each tooth is made up of a crown and root. The crown is covered by enamel The junction between the crown and root is called Cemento Enamel Junction (CEJ) or cervical line. The main bulk of the crown is made up of dentin. It also contains a pulp chamber. It has An incisal edge in incisors One cusp in canine … [Read more...] about Crown