TONGUE MIXED SALIVARY GLAND
ORAL CAVITY
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A histological specimen of an oral cavity organ represents three zones:adipose, glandular and fibrous. Specify this organ:
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Gum
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Cheek
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Soft palate
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Hard palate
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Lip
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -They consist of three different hard, or mineralized, tissues – dentin, cementum, and enamel – and are supported by a fourth hard tissue – bone (Fig. 1.5). The interface between the teeth and the gingivae is the only place in the body where a structure composed of hard tissues breaches a soft tissue covering.
Detailed explanation-2: -Keratinized squamous epithelium is present in the gingiva and hard palate as well as areas of the dorsal surface of the tongue.
Detailed explanation-3: -The oral mucosa can be classified into lining mucosa, masticatory mucosa, and specialized mucosa, with distinctive histological, clinical, and functional features.
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