Anatomy

Question 1. Mention hormones secreted by anterior pituitary. Describe action of growth hormone. How is hormone synthesis regulated? Answer: Hormones secreted by anterior pituitary: Growth hormone Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) Luteinizing hormone (LH) in females Interstitial cell … [Read more...] about Pediatric Endocrinology 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