Kristensmith Taylor

Water, Electrolyte, And Acid-Base Balance Explain the role of the kidney in acid-base balance Answer: Role of Kidney in Acid-Base Balance: The renal regulation of pH occurs by the following mechanism 1. Excretion of H+ ions Carbonic acid is formed from carbon dioxide & water by carbonic anhydrase Carbonic acid then dissociates to H+ & bicarbonate … [Read more...] about Fluid and Electrolyte Balance Question And Answers

Question 1. Define bone and alveolar bone. Describe the structure of the alveolar bone. Answer: Bone: It is a living tissue, which makes up the body's skeleton and is one of the hardest structures of the animal body. Alveolar bone: It is defined as that part of the maxilla and the mandible that forms and supports the sockets of the teeth. "Understanding … [Read more...] about Bone Question And Answers

Pulp Define pulp and describe its function. Answer: Pulp Definition: The dental pulp is defined as a richly vascularized and innervated connective tissue of mesodermal origin enclosed by dentin with communications to the periodontal ligament. It is the soft connective tissue that supports the dentin. Pulp Functions: 1.Pulp Functions  Inductive: The pulp … [Read more...] about Pulp Question And Answers

Cementum Of Tooth Question And Answers Question 1. Describe the macroscopic and microscopic appearance of cementum. (or) Cementoenamel junction Answer: Cementum: It is a mineralized, hard connective tissue that covers the anatomical roots of teeth. Macroscopic appearance: Cementum provides a medium for tire attachment of collagen fibers that bind tire tooth … [Read more...] about Cementum Of Tooth Question And Answers

Periodontal Ligament Question 1. Describe in detail the structure of the periodontal ligament, (or) Discuss the cells and fibers of the periodontal ligament. Answer: Cells of periodontal ligament: 1. Synthetic cells: Fibroblasts: It is the predominant cell of PDL. Fibroblasts Origin: Ectomesenchyme of investing layer of the dental papilla. Dental … [Read more...] about Periodontal Ligament Question And Answers