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Histo Exam #2 Vocab
Oral Histology tissue
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03/02/2011

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Term
List 4 basic features that characterize mature enamel
Definition
1)Stria of retzius,
2)perikymata,
3)neonatal line incremental lines
4) bands of hunter and schrager
5)gnarled epithelium,
6)enamel spindles

*Note more than one; but some other PHYSICAL features that change is the the increase level of mineral (29%-95%), merged papillary layer from stratum intermedium and stellate reticulum, ameloblast cycling and a protective state (ameloblast layer + papillary layer) condensed to form REDUCED DENTAL EPITHELIUM; aka NASMYTH'S MEMBRANE
Term
What is the basic structural unit of enamel? What are the dimensions? How are they oriented?
Definition
Enamel rods (prisms), 5 microns in diameter and 2.5 mm in length, they run from the dento-enamel junction to the surface.
Term
Name the 3 major stages of amelogenesis, and the substages of each.
Definition
1. Pre-Secretory stage (1. Morphogenesis phase 2. Differentiation phase)

2. Secretory Stage (1. Initial enamel 2. Tomes’ process)

3. Maturation stage (1. Transition 2. Ameloblast cycling 3. Protective stage)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

Shape of the crown is determined?
Definition
Pre-secretory stage ( morphogenesis phase)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

1/2 the ameloblasts undergo apoptosis
Definition
Maturation stage (transition phase)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

initial layer of enamel is deposited
Definition
Secretory stage (initial enamel phase)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

interrods are formed
Definition
Secretory Stage (Tomes' process)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

Nasmyth's membrane is worn away
Definition
Maturation stage (protective stage) and more so when soon after ERUPTION
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

Dentin induces secretion to begin
Definition
Secretory stage (initial enamel); note that dentin induces amelogenesis to produce initial enamel here
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

matrix protein is initially mineralized
Definition
Secretory stage (initial enamel)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

Tomes' processes form
Definition
Secretory stage (Tomes process)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

initial basal lamina fragments
Definition
Pre-secretory stage (Differentiation phase)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

new basal lamina formed on enamel surface
Definition
maturation stage (ameloblast cycling)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

papillary layer forms
Definition
Maturation stage (transition phase)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

cells of internal dental epithelium (IDE) are cuboidal
Definition
Pre-secretory stage (morphogenesis phase)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

enamel becomes fully mineralized
Definition
Maturation stage (ameloblast cycling)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

matrix proteins are degraded and resorbed
Definition
Maturation stage (ameloblast cycling)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

cells of internal dental epithelium become columnar
Definition
Pre-secretory stage (differentiation phase)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

mineralization begins at cusp
Definition
Maturation stage (ameloblast cycling)
Term
In which stage (and substage) of amelogenesis do the following occur?

reduced dental epithelium is formed (= Nasmyth's membrane)
Definition
Maturation stage (protective phase)
Term
Which is formed first: rods or interrods?
Definition
interrods =)
Term
How do maturation stage ameloblasts receive nourishment?
Definition
From the papillary layer (formed by the combination of the stratum reticulum, stratum intermedium and outer dental epithelium). Because we know that the papillary layer is invaginated by blood vessels
Term
Compare the composition of secretory and mature enamel. Give the % of protein matrix, water and mineral for each
Definition
Secretory enamel
66% protein matrix (soft)
5% water
29% mineral

Mature enamel
4% protein
1% water
95% mineral
Term
How is the reduced dental epithelium formed? In what area does it persist in the adult?
Definition
Reduced enamel epithelium is formed by the combination of the papillary layer and the ameloblast layer.. In adults it persists as jucnctional epithelium as your tooth erupts ( may stain brown?)
Term
Draw a diagram of the enamel layer as seen in a ground section of a tooth crown. Draw the orientation of the rods. Draw the orientation of the striae of Retzius.
Definition
on your ppt. (know it, if Dr. Shaw says it)
Term
How fast is human enamel deposited? How long does it take for each stria of Retzius to be deposisted?
Definition
Enamel is deposited at a rate of 4 microns per day. Stria of retzius is deposited weekly
Term
What are perikymata?
Definition
Perikymata are little ridges on surface of tooth where the stria can be seen.
Term
Draw in a neonatal line on your diagram. What causes it to be more visible?
Definition
Again look at ppt. Any metabolic disturbance (fevers, birth etc.) during mineralization will cause the neonatal line to be more visible
Term
What is gnarled enamel, and where does it occur?
Definition
Gnarled enamel is areas where enamel is twisted over each other rather than being arranged radially. It occurs at the cusps.
Term
Why can we see enamel tufts?
Definition
Hypocalcified defects (seen on histo slide) in enamel surface, with higher protein content. Possible avenues for caries.
Term
Why would enamel lamellae be involved in some caries invasion?
Definition
It is also a region of hypocalcified region so there is room for cares invasion.
Term
What makes enamel spindles? Which cells do they come from?
Definition
Enamel spindles are made by odontoblast processes penetrating into the ameloblast layer and being trapped there as eneamel spindles.
Term
Compare dentin to enamel, as to the following features:

Hardness
Definition
Enamel is harder than dentin
Term
Compare dentin to enamel, as to the following features:

Resilience
Definition
dentin is more resilient than enamel
Term
Compare dentin to enamel, as to the following features:

Crystal size
Definition
enamel has bigger crystals than dentin
Term
Compare dentin to enamel, as to the following features:

Vitality (blood vessels?)
Definition
Dentin is LIVING with blood vessels, and enamel no blood vessels
Term
Compare dentin to enamel, as to the following features:

Sensitivity (nerves?)
Definition
Dentin has nerves, and enamel has no nerves
Term
Compare dentin to enamel, as to the following features:

Time period of formation?
Definition
Dentin is formed first, then enamel
*Note Dentin grows thru lifetime
Term
Compare dentin to enamel, as to the following features:

Ability of repair
Definition
repair dentin has an ability to repair itself, enamel has none
Term
Compare dentin to enamel, as to the following features:

% compostion of mineral, protein matrix and water
Definition
Dentin
Mineral 70%
protein 20%
water 10%

Enamel
Mineral 95%
protein 4%
water 5%
Term
What kind of cell forms dentin? What embryological germ layer did they come from?
Definition
Predentin, and predentin is formed from odontoblasts… ectoderm (embryonic mesenchymal cells)
Term
In what order do these events occur?

Ameloblast differentiation
Enamel secretion
Odontoblast differentiation
Predentin secretion
Definition
1) Ameloblast differentiation
2) Odontoblast differentiation
3) Predentin secretion
4) Enamel secretion

*May want to double check
Term
When pre-odontoblasts differentiate into odontoblasts, describe how they change in appearance.
Definition
When they differentiate into odontoblasts they become longer and grow odontoblast processes surrounded by odontoblast tubules of dentin. There is also an increase in rER and golgi as the cells gets ready to secrete the matrix.
Term
Which part of the odontoblast secretes matrix?
Definition
**The odontblast process
Term
Describe the collagen that is initially secreted to form mantle dentin: what type is it, where are the fibers seen, how are they oriented, what are they called?
Definition
The collagen that is initially secreted is type III collagen and are found between the odontoblasts. They are arranged perpendicular to the DEJ. They are called Korff’s fibers. Then secrete matrix of collagen type I fibrils parallel to DEJ = predentin.
Term
Compare the initial collagen to later collagen secretion: what type collagen is it, where are the fibers seen, how are they opriented?
Definition
Initial collage is type III (von Korff’s fibers), later collage is type I and are oriented parallel to DEJ.
Term
How much dentin is deposited each day?
Definition
4 microns/day
Term
Where are the blood vessels that nourish dentinogenesis? What is unusual about them?
Definition
The blood vessels are in the odontoblasts. They are fenestrated
Term
Contrast linear vs globular mineralization: where is each likely to occur, how does each appear?
Definition
Linear appears in a line and globular appear in little goblets. Linear (slow growing) more likely to appear in the root, while globular (fast growing) more likely to appear in the crown.
Term
Define the 4 dentin regions.
Definition
Mantle – outer dentin, secreted first
Primary – bulk of the circum-pulpal dentin
Secondary – formed after teeth occlude (slowly narrows the pulp)
Tertiary -- formed in response to injury
Term
How are enamel spindles formed?
Definition
Formed by odontoblast tubules that extend into the enamel past the DEJ
Term
How would the primary curvature of odontoblast tubules affect the spread of caries? What orientation would the tubules have on the floor of a cavity prep? Does this depend on location? How?
Definition
**The more curvature there is to it, the tougher it is for caries to spread. On the floor of a cavity prep they may be cut obliquely rather than transversely. (double check this answer)
Term
Where is dentin more permeable; at DEJ or near the pulp? Why?
Definition
Dentin is more permeable near the pulp because the tubules are widest at their base.
Term
Where is peritubular dentin formed, and how is it different from other dentin?
Definition
Peritubular dentin is formed around the odontoblast tubules. It differs from other dentin because it is hypermineralized.
Term
What is sclerotic dentin? Is it harmful?
Definition
Scelortic dentin is dentin that has occluded the odontoblast tubules. It is not harmful, it protects the pulp. But as you age the more built up the more reduced pulp chamber.
Term
Globular mineralization is disturbed under what dietary condition? What makes it look different?
Definition
Vitamin D. deficiency. It looks different because it has no peritubular dentin.
Term
Why should you be careful not to administer tetracycline to a pregnant woman or young child? What would the result look like? How does this occur?
Definition
Because tetracycline binds to forming dentin. It causes dark incremental lines.
Term
Draw a diagram of a ground section of a tooth. Indicate the orientations of tubules and incremental growth lines. Include a neonatal line.
Definition
know it.
Term
Under what conditions does tertiary dentin forms? How is it produced? Does it have tubules?
Definition
Tertiary dentin forms in response to injury. It is formed by differentiation from pulp due to the injury. Yes it has tubules that may be irregulary arranged.
Term
Where would you find the granular layer of Tomes? Draw a diagram on your own
Definition
It is found on the external edge of the root right under the Cementum (hypomineralized)
Term
Explain the current hypothesis on how dentinal nerves are activated. How would this work under conditions of hot/cold?
Definition
Currently they think that the nerves enter the tubule but do not synapse with the tubules. They are activated by fluid movement through the tubules which deform the nerve. Under both hot/cold conditions, a person feels PAIN.
Term
How would you explain a pink tooth? Where do the offending cells come from?
Definition
A pink tooth can be explained by odontoclasts destroying the dentin around the pulp and the pulp tissue being visible through the transparent enamel.
Term
Do all animal embryos form a neural crest?
Definition
No only vertebrates do
Term
List 4 kinds of cells derived from trunk neural crest.
Definition
Autonomic ganglia, dorsal root ganglia, melanocytes, adrenal medulla.
Term
What is the difference between mesenchyme and ectomesenchyme?
Definition
Mesenchyme is a type of loose connective tissue derived from all three germ layers, while ectomesenchyme is derived from neural crest cells.
Term
List all structures derived from cranial neural crest.
Definition
Odontoblasts, connective tissue of head and neck, non-neural part of eyeball, dermis and hypodermis of face and anterior neck, truncoconal septum, parts of sensory and autonomic ganglia, intramembranous bone of skull, cartilages of pharyngeal arches, connective tissue sheaths of muscles.
Term
If you stuffed first pharyngeal arch with ectomesenchyme from the trunk, would a mandible form? Discuss positional identity.
Definition
** My guess is that it wouldn't because you need epidermal basal lamina to direct regrowth and the right genes to develop.
Term
Describe Meckel’s cartilage. When does it form? What type of tissue is it? Describe its position.
Definition
Meckel’s cartilage is cartilage of the mandible that arises as 2 hyaline cartilage rod. It forms from the 1st branchial arch. Meckel’s cartilage forms in the 6th week of embryological development. It is hyaline cartilage (connective tissue). It is located in the mandibular swelling.
Term
Is there a cartilage like Meckel’s in the formation of the upper jaw?
Definition
No there is no cartilage forming in the upper jaw.
Term
Does Meckel’s cartilage turn into mandibular bone? How does mandibular bone form? Describe its mechanism, where and when ossification begins, and how it spreads.
Definition
No. meckel’s cartilage ends up degenerating. Mandibular bone is formed through intramembranous ossification. It forms lateral to meckel’s cartilage. Ossification begins during the 7th week right where mandibular nerve branches into incisive and mental nerves. Intramembranous ossification travels posteriorly to the ramus and spread laterally away from meckel’s cartilage at site of future lingula. Inside the bone, meckel’s cartilage degenerates and does not become part of the mandibular bone
Term
What adult structure represents the remnant of Meckel’s cartilage perichondrium?
Definition
Sphenomandibular ligament
Term
Describe the formation of the first arch ossicles. Name them. How are they formed? What is the role of their intervening joint in the embryo?
Definition
They are formed by endochondral bone formation. Malleus and incus. The joint between them becomes the primary jaw joint.
Term
If the muscles of mastication were paralyzed by an in utero stroke, would the mandible still develop its normal shape? Explain.
Definition
No, because the secondary cartilages will not form into bone without their respective muscles.
Term
Is there any endochondral bone formation in the mandible?
Definition
Yes.. malleus and incus
Term
When do the two halves of the mandible ossify into one bone?
Definition
At one year of age the symphyseal cartilage disappears
Term
What types of cells are involved in bone remodeling? On which surfaces of the mandible is bone deposited vs. resorbed?
Definition
Osteoblasts and osteoclasts. The posterior and lateral surfaces have bone deposition occurring, while the anterior and medial have bone resorption occurring.
Term
What forms the primary palate? Does it have a preformed cartilage? A center of ossification?
Definition
Maxillary prominence?
Term
When do the palatal shelves elevate? Describe the process, and current thought on the mechanism.
Definition
The palate shelves elevate during the 7th week of development. GAG are required because it is speculated that they elevate via changes in linkages of GAGs and concurrent elevation of the head off the thoraci wall enables the tongue to drop down from between the shelves.
Term
Name 5 environmental influences that increase the risk of cleft palate. Would a woman realize she was pregnant at this stage?
Definition
Smoking, drinking, drugs, x-rays, excess vitamin A , deficient folic acid. Not always. NO a woman would realize she was pregnant at this stage because it happens at 7-8 weeks of pregnancy.
Term
Define the primary epithelial band.
Definition
Primary epithelial band is the arch shaped plate of odontegenic epithelium (mandible 2 zones fuse. Maxilla 4 zones (2 on medial nasal processes and 2 on maxillary processes) fuse)
Term
Which layer provides the initial instruction to begin tooth formation? Does this change later?
Definition
The ectomesenchyme by the ectodermal cells of the first arch. Yes will change later when it secrete new transcription factors. These new factors will, in turn, cause changes in the epithelium.
Term
Which layer do ameloblasts come from? Which layer do odontoblasts come from?
Definition
Ameoloblasts come from the ectodoerm. Odontoblasts come from ectomesenchyme
Term
Could you grow either ectoderm or ectomesenchyme separately in tissue culture, and see teeth form? Explain.
Definition
I don't think so, just b/c Dr. Shaw emphasizes that there must be a CONTACT b/t layers to induce communication b/t layers and induce genes and differentiation of cells.
Term
Morphodifferentiation
Definition
You see it at the bell stage; where you have the reation of crown shape (# of cusps)
Term
Stellate reticulum
Definition
From the enamel organ region; secretes glycosaminoglycans, osmotically pull water into the enamel organ
Term
What is the first visible sign (with a microscope…) of tooth initiation? When does it form? How is it created?
Definition
The first sign of tooth initiation with a microscope is the primary epithelial band (a horse shoe shaped epithelial band. It is formed during the 6th week in utero. It is created by altered plane of cleavage of epithelial basal cells
Term
When does the vestibular lamina form? What does it become? Describe the process.
Definition
The vestibular lamina forms during the 7th week. It becomes the oral vestibule. Primary epithelial cells proliferate and enlarge, surface cells degenerate and create a cleft. That cleft will become the oral vestibule.
Term
Describe the dental lamina. What are the swellings that appear along the lamina? When do the swellings form?
Definition
The dental lamina is an invagination that is created by the underlying mesenchymal tissue dividing and growing upward to create a dental lamina. The swellings that appear along the dental lamina are developing teeth. They form during the 8th week
Term
Draw a diagram of a tooth germ at bud stage. Label the dental lamina, tooth bud, ectomesenchyme condensation and oral epithelium. Highlight the position of the basement membrane.
Definition
Know it! off ppt

Note that the basement membrane is b/t the epithelium and the ectomesenchyme layers
Term
Draw a diagram of a tooth germ at cap stage. Label the enamel organ, the dental papilla, the dental follicle (sac). Highlight the position of the basement membrane.
Definition
Guess what? Draw b/c Dr. Shaw wants you to know it cold.
Term
Draw a diagram of the enamel organ in late cap stage, showing how histodifferentiation has created outer dental epithelium, inner dental epithelium and stellate reticulum. When does this occur?
Definition
Draw it!! Late cap stage occurs during the 12 week.
Term
Match the structures in the top line with the correct derivatives below:

Central condensed ectomesenchyme / peripheral condensed mesenchyme / epithelium

Enamel organ / dental papilla / dental follicle
Definition
Epithelium with enamel organ
Central condensed ectomesenchyme with dental papilla
Perpheral condensed mesenchyme with Dental follicle
Term
Draw a diagram of the bell stage enamel organ. Portray it at high enough power to show the cell shapes of ODE, IDE, stellate reticulum and stratum intermedium.
Definition
draw it
Term
What increases the volume of the stellate reticulum? What keeps the cells attached to each other?
Definition
Water (b/c the stellate reticulum secretes GAG which pull water into the enamel organ. The cells are kept attached to each other by desmosomes.
Term
How are the cells of the IDE nourished? Where are the blood vessels?
Definition
The cells of the IDE are nourished by glycogen granules found inside them. The BVs are located in the dental pulp.
Term
What is the cervical loop? Name 2 functions of this area.
Definition
The cervical loop is the area where the internal and external dental papillae meet at rim of enamel organ. 1. Stem cells for internal dental epithelium 2.gives rise to epithelial component of root formation.
Term
What major event occurs at late bell stage?
Definition
Beginning of dentin and enamel formation
Term
Where do the first signs of dentin formation occur?
Definition
The first signs of dentin formation occur at the tips of the future cusps
Term
What induces cells of the dental papilla to differentiate into odontoblasts?
Definition
The IDE developing into pre-ameloblast
Term
What induces the ameloblasts to start producing enamel?
Definition
The production of dentin
Term
Describe the position of the permanent tooth bud on the dental lamina, and its relation to the primary tooth.
Definition
They are located deep within the ectomesenchyme of the dental lamina. SPECIFICALLY by the lateral dental lamina that leads to the general dental lamina. SO FINAL ANSWER, is within the general dental lamina
Term
What occurs if the general lamina does not fully degenerate?
Definition
They may form epithelial pearls
Term
What is the role of the enamel knot? At which stage is it active? How does it affect cells of the IDE?
Definition
The enamel knot is active at the cap stage. It produces a signaling molecule which tells cells of the underlying IDE to stop proliferating and differentiate into ameloblasts.
Term
When are the incisors initiated?
Definition
@ 55-56 days
Term
When are the successional permanent teeth initiated?
Definition
14 week
Term
When are the permanent molars initiated?
Definition
week 14
Term
What structure induces odontoblasts for root dentin formation? What is it an extension of?
Definition
HERS (Hertwig’s epithelial root sheath). It is an extension of the cervical loop
Term
Explain the relationship between the epithelial diaphragm and the apical foramen.
Definition
The epithelial diaphragm is the rim of the HERS which goes around the pulp to enclose it from the follicle. The opening that allows nerve bundles and bv into the pulp is the apical foramen.
Term
In the initial stages of eruption, the enamel organ collapses to form what structure?
Definition
Reduced enamel epithelium
Term
What is the fate of the reduced enamel epithelium?
Definition
It fuses with oral epithelium and they end up degenerating except at edges where they form the JUNCTIONAL EPITHELIUM so there is never a break in the epithelial seal.
Term
Compare the “hardness” and mineralization of enamel, dentin, cementum and bone.
Definition
Enamel is the hardest and most mineralized tissue followed by dentin, bone and finally Cementum.
Term
What are 4 functions of cementum?
Definition
Seal dentinal tubules, provide attachment for PDL, prevent and repair root resorption, adjust to continued tooth eruption.
Term
Why do dentin tubules need to be sealed?
Definition
Because within them they contain nerves that would be sensitive if exposed to oral environment.
Term
Explain the role of HERS in the formation of cementum. What are its remnants called?
Definition
HERS remnants are called epithelial cell rests of malassez. HERS breaks up into the epithelial cell rests of malassez once it has induced dentin formation in the root which allows the follicle cells to contact the predentn which stimulates Cementum formation or the HERS themselves may induce formation of cementoblasts
Term
What is the origin of cementoblasts?
Definition
Cementblasts may originate from the follicular cells (ectomesenchyme) or from epithelial cells of HERS (ectorderm from enamel organ)
Term
Compare the structure of cementum around the cervical root vs that found at the apex. Compare terminology, thickness, cell content, source of fibers, speed of matrix deposition.
Definition
Cementum is thicker around the root apex than it is at the cervical root. The cell content is greater at the root apex than it is at the cervical root.
Term
in acellular cementum, which cells make the fibers? What are the fibers called when mineralized?
Definition
In acelluar Cementum the fibroblasts from the PDL makes the fibers. When it is mineralized it is called Acellular excrinsic fiber Cementum (AEFC)
Term
Compare cementocytes and osteocytes, describing their lacunae, canaliculi and nourishment. How might this affect their relative resistance to resorption?
Definition
Cementocytes and osteocytes both are found in lacunae and communicate with each other via canaliculi. In osteocytes, the canaliculi face every which way because they receive their nutrition from a network of blood vessles but in cementocytes they face toward the PDL because that is where they receive their nutrition. Since there is no blood vessels in Cementum the cementocytes in the deeper lacunae usually die. This makes the cementocytes less resistant to resorption than bone or dentin.
Term
In cellular cementum, which cells make the matrix fibers?
Definition
The cementoblasts secrete the matrix fibers.
Term
Where would you find alternating layering of AEFC and CIFC?
Definition
The mixed fiber
Term
Describe the 3 ways cementum abuts with enamel at the CEJ, and give the % occurrence of each arrangement.
Definition
Overlap (60%), Meet (30%), Gap (10%)
Term
Which is most resistant to absorption: dentin, cementum orbone? How does this influence orthodontia?
Definition
Cementum is the most resistant to absorption. It means that orthodontists can move teeth around
Term
What does a reversal line signify?
Definition
A reversal line signifies an area where the cementoblasts repaired pockets of root resorption where odontoclasts destroyed Cementum and dentin.
Term
How might cementum deposition kill a tooth?
Definition
By blocking the apical foramen
Term
What is hypercementosis? What disease would you advise a patient to be tested for if you encountered hypercementosis?
Definition
Hypercementosis is when the cemetoblasts are over active and you produce too much Cementum. Paget’s disease.
Term
What is a cementicle?
Definition
A calcified body appearing in Cementum or PDL.
Term
Define a gomphosis.
Definition
This is the type of joint that the PDL forms with the tooth- it is a peg and socket joint
Term
Explain the significance of the PDL as a path of infection.
Definition
The PDL is connected to the gingiva, the bone and the pulp of the tooth. When an infection gets in it, it can travel to all those connections.
Term
List 4 functions of the PDL
Definition
Nourish the Cementum and bone, Suport the teeth against forces of mastication, sensory input for proprioception and protective reflexes, adaptation to tooth movement
Term
Describe the composition of the principal fiber bundles of the PDL, including the % of each component.
Definition
The principle fiber bundle is made up 80% type 1 collage and 15% type III collagen. The collagen needs vitamin C-dependant enzymes to help stabilize it or else will lead to scurvy.
Term
Draw a diagram of a tooth with its PDL. Indicate the location and orientation of oblique, apical, circumferential and horizontal fibers.
Definition
draw or view on your own.
Term
What are oxytalin fibers? Add some to the above diagram, to indicate their orientation. What may be their function?
Definition
Oxytalin fibers are elastic fibers that run longitudinally along the roots but parallel to the gingiva fibers. They may help in regulating vascular flow during mastication Also aids in Innervation!
Term
What kind of cell makes the principal fiber bundles? What is its embryological origin?
Definition
the principle bundle fibers are made from fibroblast. Mesenchyme
Term
Are there epithelial cells in the PDL? What is the clinical significance of this?
Definition
Yes there are (epithelial cell rests of malassez. They may cause cycts or tumors
Term
What type of immune system cells would you expect to see in the PDL?
Definition
Eosinophils, mast cells, and macrophages
Term
In what areas would you find blood vessels and nerves running in the PDL?
Definition
Interstitial spaces – spaces between the fibers
Term
What is unusual about the capillaries of the PDL?
Definition
They are fenestrated capillaries
Term
Describe the neural basis of pain sensation from the PDL; include the morphology of the nerve endings, where the cell bodies lie, and where they synapse in the brain stem.
Definition
The PDL has Nociceptors and mechanoceptors. The nociceptors are free nerve endings and constitute 75% of the nerves in the PDL. Their cell bodies are located in the trigeminal ganglion. The mechanoceptors are ruffini like coils and spindle and make up 25% of the nerves in the PDL. They have their pseudounipolar cell bodies in the mesencephalic nucleus
Term
Describe the neural basis of proprioception from the PDL; include the morphology of the nerve endings, where the cell bodies lie, and where they synapse in the brainstem.
Definition
The mechanoceptors are ruffini like coils and spindle and make up 25% of the nerves in the PDL. They have their pseudounipolar cell bodies in the mesencephalic nucleus
Term
Draw a diagram of a coronal section through the mandible, showing the inner and outer cortical plates, trabecular bone and alveolar bone proper. Would it be different if you drew a mid-sagittal section, through the anterior teeth?
Definition
draw or view from ppt
Term
What is the term for loss of maxillary bone over the root apex? Over the cervical root?
Definition
Root apex = fenestrations
Cervical root = dehiscence
Term
Where is the cortical plate the thickest? What significance does this have for dental anesthesia?
Definition
The cortical plate is thickest thickest on buccal aspect of mandibular premolars and molars: thinnest in the maxilla. On the mandible it is easier to do a nerve block because the anesthesia has a difficult time diffusing through the bone. Opposite for maxilla.
Term
Could you use mandibular bone marrow for a marrow transplant?
Definition
No because it is not hematopoetic; it is yellow marrow
Term
Why is alveolar bone proper sometimes called a cribriform plate? What passes through these?
Definition
Because it is perforated with many foramina. Nerves and blood vessels go through the cribiform plate.
Term
What is bundle bone?
Definition
Bundle bone is alveolar bone proper b/c it receives the principal fiber bundles of the PDL
Term
What makes the lamina dura seen in an x-ray?
Definition
Alveolar bone proper............ which is call dura lamina!!
Term
Under what circumstances do teeth move? List 5.
Definition
1. Horizontal growth of mandible
2. Mesial drift of mandible
3. orthodontia
4. When your face grows your teeth are repositioned outwardly
5. Periodontal disease
Term
How does alveolar bone respond to compression forces? What cells are involved? Where do these cells originate?
Definition
Compression = resorption (osteoclasts- they originate in the bone marrow as monocytes
Term
How does alveolar bone respond to tension? What cells are involved? Where do these cells originate?
Definition
Tension = bone deposition (osteoblasts –originate from mesenchymal cells))
Term
With advancing age, how will the PDL and alveolar bone change? What happens if teeth are lost? What happens if there is periodontal disease?
Definition
With advancing age the PDL is lost which will lead to bone resorption. IF there is periodontal disease, osteoclast activity increases which will lead to bone resorption as well.
Term
What type of tissue is pulp? What is its function? What is unusual about it?
Definition
Pulp is loose connective tissue. It functions to maintain and repair dentin. Pulp continues to function throughout life.
Term
What germ layer is pulp derived from? When does it become recognizable as pulp, rather than a dental papilla?
Definition
Pulp is derived from ectomesenchyme (neural crest cells). It becomes known as pulp when dentinal apposition begins in late bell stage.
Term
Describe 3 regions of the pulp chamber.
Definition
Pulp horns – pulp extending into the cusps
Coronal pulp – pulp found in the crown
Radicular pulp – pulp found in the roots that communicate with the periodontal ligament through the apical foramen or at times may have accessory canal.
Term
Why is it important to consider pulp horns when planning a cavity prep?
Definition
Because they extend into the cusps
Term
What passes through the apical foramen? The accessory canals?
Definition
Nerves and blood vessels as well as infections pass through the apical foramen. Blood vessels pass through accessory canals.
Term
How might accessory canals complicate endodontic procedures? How many people have them?
Definition
They might act as a way for the infections to spread into the pulp. About 33% of the population have accessory canals.
Term
Compare the appearance of the odontoblastic zone in the crown vs the root.
Definition
In the crown they look like pseudostratified epithelium (BUT NOT EPITHELIUM!) while in the root they are simple cuboidal.
Term
What is the functional role of the cell junctions between the odontoblasts?
Definition
Desmosomes and tight junctions might form a variable barrier to diffusion. Gap junctions form with other odontoblasts and underlying fibroblasts to allow coordination of function when needed.
Term
What is in the cell-free zone of Weil?
Definition
Nerves endings and capillaries
Term
List all cell types that can be found in the pulp core.
Definition
Never cells, fibroblasts (stellate and spindle shaped), blood vessels.
Term
Within the pulp core, where are collagen fibers most dense? How might this affect root canal prep?
Definition
Collagen fibers are the most dense at the roots.
Term
Explain the resonse of the pulp to infection? Which cells increase? Can dentin be repaired? How? What signals the lymph nodes that infection is present?
Definition
When there is an infection in the pulp, macrophages, lymphocytes and leukocytes accumulate in the pup. Dentin can be repaired tertiary repair denting. Dendritic antigen presenting cells signal the lymph node that infections are present.
Term
What is the plexus of Raschko, and where is it found?
Definition
The plexus of raschko is a plexus of nerves that enter in the root and branch just deep to the odontoblasts cells in cell-free zone.
Term
Where are the nerve endings for this plexus of Raschko? Where are the cell bodies? Where do they project in the brainstem?
Definition
The nerve endings are found in the dentinal tubules. The cell bodies can be found in the pup horns. They project to the pons.

Most axons are trigeminal afferents, with cell bodies in the trgeminal ganglion.
Term
Explain how neuropeptides may mediate the repair of damaged dentin
Definition
Neuropeptides releases a signaling molecule in the pulp that controls local blood flow and repair of dentin.
Term
Explain the hydrodynamic theory of dentinal pain.
Definition
With cold stimuli, the odontblast moves out and with hot stimuli, the odonto blast moves in. that movement in the Odontoblast causes the nerves to act as mechanoceptors and detect theose stimuli.
Term
What are pulp stones? When might they cause problems?
Definition
Pulp stones are round calcified masses found in pulp. They might cause a problem during root canal therapy.
Term
List 3 possible causes of a darkened tooth.
Definition
Trauma that kills the nerve, closure of apical foramen with Cementum, obscure of sclerosed blood vessels.
Term
What changes take place in aging pulp? Does the tooth become more or less sensitive? More or less able to repair itself? Why?
Definition
Aging pulp gets smaller. The tooth becomes less sensitive but also less able to repair itself because it loses a lot of its vasculature and nerves.
Term
Name the 2 tissue types that make up the oral mucosa. Name the layer that often underlies these, and list 3 features it may contain.
Definition
Stratified squamous epithelium and Lamina Propria (connective tissue layer). The submucosa often underlies the oral mucosa and it may contain adipose tissue, blood vessels, nerve tissue.
Term
What are the functions of the oral mucosa?
Definition
The oral mucosa acts to protect deeper tissues from mechanical forces of mastication and from organisms. It also acts as a means of sensation such as taste, texture, temperature and exploration. Finally the oral mucosa is able to secrete via minor and major glands.
Term
Compare the features of masticatory mucosa with those of the lining mucosa. Prepare a table comparing their:
Definition
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Term
Describe the special features of the mucocutaneous junction. Where is it? Why is the vermillion border so red? What are Fordyce’s spots, and where are they found?
Definition
It is at the junction between the moist oral mucosa and vermillion zone of outer lip. The vermilion border is red because it is thin and translucent and reveals underlying red. Fordyce’s spots are sebaceous glands found at the angles of the mouth and sometimes on the buccal mucosa. ???
Term
Describe the special features of the mucogingival junction. Where is it? Prepare a table comparing the following features of attached gingival vs alveolar mucosa:
Definition
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Term
Describe the special features of the free gingiva. Where is it? What does it look like? What layers does it have? What is the free gingival groove? How does it alter with age?
Definition
It is the free gingiva that is not directly attached to tooth.it is Lighter in color and smoother than attached gingiva. It has an epithelial layer (non-keratinized) and lamina propria but no submucosa. The free gingival groove indicates where the gingival sulcus is located. The free gingival groove increases with age
Term
Describe the special features of the dentogingival junction
Definition
a) draw a diagram and label the sulcular vs junctional epithelium

b) what type of epithelium is found in each
• non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium

c) compare the structure of the sulcular and junctional epithelium
• the sulcular enamel has more folded interface with lamina propria while the junctional epithelium flattens to just 3 layers thick with smooth connective tissue fold.

d) describe how the junctional epithelium adheres to the tooth
• junctional epithelium is attached to tooth surface by an epithelial attachement

e) name the features of the junctional epithelium that make it more permeable
• epithelial cells of the JE are more loosely packed with fewer desmosomes and more extracellular space = danger area b/c bacteria can just as easily go through this layer

f) compare the external and internal basal lamina
• internal basal lamina looks like a standard lamina but it lacks type four collage, laminin and anchoring fibrils. It still has hemidesmosomes attaching the cells to the basal lamina

h) what is gingival crevicular fluid and what are its constituents.
• It is a fluid occurring in minute amounts in the gingival crevice. It contains immunoglobulins, white blood cells, tissue exude, epithelial cells as well as plaque.

i) define the interdental col and describe the structure of its epithelium
• the interdental col is a depression in the interdental papilla. Its epithelium is thin and non-keratinized (identical to the JE)

g) what is the embryological origin of the junctional epithelium. How is this reflected in the cell differentiation? Is there ever a break in the epithelium when a tooth erupts?
• The JE is derived from reduced enamel epithelium. The cells have a more embryologic characteristic so they are less differentiated. There is never a break in the epithelium when the cell erupts.
Term
Describe the special features of the hard palate. What type of mucosa is it? What type of epithelium? What layers are present, at the raphe vs laterally?
Definition
The hard palate is masticatory mucosa. It has orthokeratinized or parakeratinized stratified squamous epithelium. Epithelium, lamina propria, and submucosa laterally. At the raphe only the epithelium and lamina propria exist.
Term
Describe the special features of the soft palate. What type of mucosa is it? What type of epithelium? Describe the special features of the lamina propria and the submucosa here, and how they affect function?
Definition
The soft palate is lining mucosa. It has non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium. The lamina propria is thick and has tons of elastic fibers. The submucosa is thin and allows firm attachment to muscles to allow for speech and swallowing.
Term
Name the 4 types of lingual papillae, and indicate where they are located, whether they have taste buds, and what type of epithelium they have.
Definition
Filiform – in the middle of tongue, no taste buds and it has a thick keratinized stratified squamous epithelium


Fungiform – between filiform papillae on tip of tongue, taste buds on their superior surface, and it has a non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium


Circumvallate – posterior part of tongue, they have taste buds, they have both keratinized and non-keratinzed epithelium


Foliate – on margin of posterior tongue, few taste buds, non-keratinized epithelium (you lose these with age)
Term
Draw a diagram of a taste bud, and label the 3 kinds of cells, the taste pore, and the location of the synapse.
Definition
1) Neuroepithelial
2) Supporting cells
3) Basal stem cells
Term
What are von Ebner’s glands, what type of gland are they, where are they found, and what is their function?
Definition
Von ebners glands are serous minor glands. They are found in the circumvallate papillae and they function to cleanse taste buds
Term
Define turnover time. Give approx. times for turnover of skin, hard palate, cheek and junctional epithelium.
Definition
Turnover time is the time necessary to replace all cells
Skin – 27 days
Hard palate – 24 days
Cheek – 14 days
Junctional epithelium – 5-6 days
Term
What is caviar tongue? Black hairy tongue? Geographic tongue?
Definition
look at slides
Term
Plasma vs serum
Definition
Plasma:
The top layer of anticoagulated blood (i.e. unclotted blood), above the a. white buffy coat of white blood cells and platelets and b. red blood cell hematocrit ,that is produced after undergoing centrifugation

It contains 90% water, 8% proteins (albumin, fibrinogen, immunoglobulins, lipoproteins), 1% inorganic salts, 0.5% lipids, and 0.1% sugar as its main components

The three main groups of protein in plasma are the blood coagulation proteins, albumin, and the globulins

Globulins consist of the following: alpha globulins – proteases, antiproteases & transport proteins; beta globulins – transferrin and other transfer proteins; and gamma globulins, which are mainly immunoglobulins

The plasma proteins are almost all derived from the synthesis of the liver—except for immunoglobulins, which are derived from plasma cells, I.e. special types of white blood cells that produce antibodies


Serum:
The predominant, top layer of protein-rich, coagulated (or clotted) blood that undergoes centrifugation

Unlike plasma, there are neither white blood cells nor red blood cells here, as well as there is NO fibrinogen in serum; but serum DOES contain albumin, immunoglobulins and other components similarly to plasma
Term
Fibrin
Definition
Fibrin, i.e. Factor Ia, is the active, non-globular, fibrous clotting protein that is made by the inactive glycoprotein fibrinogen, when triggered by thrombin, during blood coagulation

It is critical in producing a mesh-like clot, with the help of platelets, over wounded areas, wound sites (like plugs that are used to prevent water from going down the drain of a sink or tub)

Fibrin’s involved in signal transduction, platelet activation, blood coagulation and protein polymerization
Term
Hematocrit
Definition
The lowest layer of unclotted/anticoagulated blood produced after centrifugation, containing just red blood cells/erythrocytes (Dr. Leak’s range: 43-47%; other ranges show that it’s normally 38% for women and 48% for men)

It’s an important part of a patient’s complete blood count, or CBC

Synonymous terms: packed cell volume (PCV) or erythrocyte volume fraction (EVF)
Term
Buffy coat
Definition
The thinnest layer (1%) of unclotted/anticoagulated blood produced after centrifugation

It contains white blood cells/leukocytes (which are granulocytes – neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils; agranulocytes – monocytes, lymphocytes ) and platelets/thrombocytes

BOTTOMLINE: WBC + Platelets
Term
Albumin
Definition
A predominant, globular protein found in serum (about 65% of serum proteins are albumin) that is responsible for blood osmolarity and viscosity
Term
Fibrinogen
Definition
An inactive, soluble plasma (glyco)protein found in serum that is converted into the wound-protecting fibrin, when triggered by the serine protease thrombin, during blood coagulation
Term
Globulins
Definition
One of the three types of serum proteins (some are also contained in plasma), along with albumin and fibrinogen, which are synthesized in the liver as well as in the immune system

They are a heterogeneous mix of proteins with high molecular weight with lower solubility and electrophoresis migration rates than albumin

Globulins come in four subgroups or categories:
Alpha 1 and Alpha 2 globulins - plasma proteins that are mobile in highly charged solutions/inhibit blood protease activity, e.g. anti-trypsin, anti-chymotrypsin, protein C, angiotensinogen;

Beta globulins - plasma proteins that are less mobile than alpha globulins but faster than gamma globulins, e.g. transferrin;

and

Gamma globulins – mainly immunoglobulins, which are serum proteins, functioning as antibodies in the immune system that locate and attack bacteria and viruses
Term
Spectrin
Definition
A fibrous protein located in the cytoskeleton that is necessary for lining the intracellular side of the plasma membrane in geometric (meaning pentagonal and hexagonal) arrangements

It plays an important part in the structuring or scaffolding, as well as the upkeep, of the plasma membrane and cytoskeleton

* FLEXIBLE ASPECT OF RBC
Term
Azurophilic granules vs specific granules
Definition
All leukocytes have primary granules which are azurophilic and correspond to lysosomes. Sulfated glycoproteins in azurophilic granules account for the blue staining. Azure dyes are metachromatic basic blue dyes. Granulocytes are named for the presence of specific granules (secondary granules).

Specific granules are smaller and more numerous than primary azurophilic granules. MAY INCLUDE LYSOZYMES
Term
Azurophilic granules
Definition
Also known as primary granules, the first granules to appear during neutrophil differentiation. They contain a number of microbicidal agents including neutrophils defensins. They are believed to contribute to the degrading of engulfed microbes
Term
Diapedesis
Definition
The movement of white blood cells/leukocytes out of blood into the connective tissue when tissue is damaged or infected
Term
Major basic protein
Definition
One of four major proteins contained in the specific granules of eosinophils

It is an arginine-rich, basic protein localized in the crystalloid body accounting for the intense acidophilia of the granule
Term
Histamine
Definition
A nitrogen-rich chemical compound (amine), which is activated in immune response to allergens

It is produced by both basophils and mast cells

Histamine makes blood vessels permeable to white blood cells and proteins with the purpose of eliminating antigens that invade infected issue
Term
Hematopoiesis
Definition
The process of forming pluripotent blood stem cells in the bone marrow into differentiated mature blood cells

In this formation, what begins as a hemocytoblast gradually splits into A. common myeloid progenitor and B. common lymphoid progenitor

The common myeloid progenitor later divides into 1. megakaryocytes, from which platelets/thrombocytes are derived; 2. red blood cells/erythrocytes; 3. mast cells; and 4. myeloblasts (which become basophils, neutrophils, eosinophils monocytes  macrophages)

The common lymphoid progenitor later divides into the main immune system leukocytes: 1. large, granular lymphocytes/natural killer cells; and 2. small, agranular lymphocytes  T lymphocytes; and B lymphocytes, from which plasma cells are derived
Term
Tunica intima
Definition
(inner most layer) – thin layer of simple squamous epithelial cells called endothelium because it lines the blood vessel. This layer provides the lumen of the blood vessel
Term
Tunica Media
Definition
layer of smooth muscle alternating with interstitial components of either collagen fibers or small meshwork of elastic fibers.
Term
Tunica Adventitia
Definition
connective tissue. Contains the Vasa Vasorum (vessel of the vessels)
Term
Internal elastic lamina
Definition
- Usually seen in the arterioles and much larger vessels. This layer contains elastic components.
Term
Endothelium
Definition
a simple layer of squamous epithelium cells which lines the lumen of the blood vessel.
Term
Pericyte
Definition
cells which serve a similar purpose to the smooth muscle cells. It is thought that they may actually be the precursors to form more smooth muscle cells.
Ex. If you have a disruption in the blood vessel, the pericytes will first accumulate followed by the formation of smooth muscle at that site.
*come from mesenchymal cells
Term
Fenestration
Definition
- Modification of a small area of a capillary cell wall where a lot of the cytoplas has been removed forming a window.

- These fenestrations are found in organs where large volumes of fluids and electrolytes are exchanged (Ex. Kidney, Mucosa of GI tract etc)
Term
Sinusoid
Definition
(Discontinuous Blood capillaries)
- Contain actual pores which allow large components to pass through.
- These are gaps between endothelial cells.
Term
Anchoring filaments
Definition
- Used to secure Lymphatic capillaries to the surrounding connective tissue.

- These filaments attach to the surface of the lymphatic endothelial cell and extend out and are embedded between collagen bundles
o This holds capillaires intact with the surrounding connective tissue to keep them from collapsing when they fill up with fluid.
Term
Vasa vasorum
Definition
- “Vessel of the vessels” located in the Tunica adventitia
- Blood vessels which are embedded in the Tunica adventitia
Term
Name the major classes of blood vessels.
Definition
Macrovascular Structures
- Elastic arteries
- Muscular arteries
- Large/medium sized muscular veins

Microvascular Structures
- Aterioles
- Capillaries
- Postcapillary venules
Term
Draw and compare the 3 types of blood capillaries. How do their different structures reflect their different functions?
Definition
- Continuous Capillary
- Fenestrated
- Sinusoidal (Discontinuous)
Term
What are the components of lymph?
Definition
Lymphatic vessels contain a colorless fluid, lymph. it is composed of plasma proteins ( immunoglobulins, lipoproteins), cells (lymphocytes, dendritic cells monocytes
Term
Describe 4 features of a lymph capillary.
Definition
1) Endothelial lining
2) Intercellular junctions
3) Anchoring filaments
4) Lymphatic-interstitial interface= Lacks continuous basal lamina
Term
How do lymph get from the connective tissues into the lymph capillaries?
Definition
Lacteal – purpose is to take chylomicrons, which have been processed inside the intestines, up into the lymphatic's and back into circulation.
Term
Draw a tEM of a lymphatic capillary and compare it to a tEM of a blood capillary. Point out FOUR features
Definition
figure it out. ON TEST
Term
How does the structure of a lymph collecting vessel differ from a lymph capillary?
Definition
figure it out
Term
Describe the classification of the TMJ, both structurally and dynamically
Definition
A. synovial: capsule is lined with synovial membrane that secretes a slippery synovial fluid into joint spaces

B. sliding-ginglymoid
1. upper joint space = sliding
2. lower joint space = ginglymoid (hinge-like)
C. articular disk
Term
Where are the mechanical forces exerted between the condyle and the temporal bone; against the mandibular fossa or the articular eminence?
Definition
Articular Eminence
Term
Where is the pterygoid fovea, and what attaches there? (be specific)
Definition
In the Mandible, the pterygoid fovea is for the attachment of inferior head of lateral pterygoid muscle
Term
Describe the layers of tissue on the adult condyle articular surface (5 layers)
Definition
1. collagenous fibrous tissue
2. cell rich area with fibroblasts
3. fibrocatilagenous layer
4. calcified cartilage
5. bone
6. fibrocartilage layer serves as the grow center for the condyle, like a multidimensional epiphyseal plate
Term
What is unusual about the covering of the articular surfaces of the TMJ, compared to most other joints?
Definition
Unlike most synovial joints (whose articular surfaces are covered with hyaline cartilage), the articular surfaces of the TMJ are covered with a layer of fibrous connective tissue
Term
What tissue type makes up the articular disk?
Definition
Articular disk is also fibrous (not cartilaginous)
Term
How does growth occur in the condyle?
Definition
Condyle grows smoother, thicker and wider with age
Term
Describe the changes in the condyle between birth and adulthood
Definition
Postnatal condyle: thick cartilaginous layer

Adolescent condyle: thinner, but still hypertrophic with developing bone

Adult condyle: thin cartilage layer, not hypertrophic, but still retains remodeling ability

Development of fossa: flat at birth, but tubercle, eminence and fossa become more accentuated with development
Term
What tissue type makes up most of the capsule?
Definition
Dense fibrous connective tissue (except superior posterior lamella)
Term
What are the functions of the capsule?
Definition
Seals joint space
Provides some stability
Proprioceptive
Continuous with intra-articular disk
Term
Where does the anterior portion of the capsule attach, both superiorly and inferiorly? Posterior portion? Lateral edges?
Definition
Anterior capsule: attaches to anterior condyle and the anterior-most surface of the articular eminence

Posterior capsule: attaches to posterior neck of condyle and to squamotympanic fissure (lateral to petrotympanic fissure)
Term
What is unique about the superior lamella of the posterior capsule?
Definition
Superior lamella of the posterior capsule is the ONLY portion that contains elastic fibers
Term
Compare the capsule that encloses the superior joint space with that enclosing the inferior joint space. How is this difference important to the functioning of the joint???
Definition
Superior compartment: capsule is lax

Inferior compartment: capsule is tightly attached to lateral and medial edges of condyle
Term
When the jaw opens, what happens to the retrodiscal pad? How might this affect function?
Definition
As the disc is moved anteriorly with opening, blood fills the space and the volume increased 5X.
Term
What is the major component making up the disk; by weight? By volume?
Definition
Type I collagen = 80% dry weight
Water = 80% volume
Term
Describe the cells of the disk, in detail. How do they get their nourishment?
Definition
Cells look like plump fibroblasts with long processes that may connect to each other by gap junctions; since the disk is avascular except at its edges, this may be to nourish the inner cells
Term
What is unusual about the collagen fibers of the disk and condyle?
Definition
Collagen fibers of both disk and condyle are crimped, which would help to withstand tension
Term
How does the tissue of the disk change with maturation?
Definition
In the newborn, the disk is very cellular and well vascularized; later it becomes mostly collagen fibers
Term
Where in the TMJ is synovial membrane found?
Definition
Capsule (but NOT the disk or articular surfaces) is lined with synovial membrane, which secretes synovial fluid
Term
Describe synovial membrane as a tissue – what kinds of cells does it have? Is it smooth? Does it have a basement membrane?
Definition
Yes it's smooth. A loose connective tissue with a layer of fibroblast-like cells mixed with macrophage like cells, resting on a vascular layer.

No basement membrane – not an epithelium
Term
What artery is the major supplier to the TMJ?
Definition
Supplied mainly by branches of superficial temporal artery, with contributions from other external carotid branches
Term
Describe the distribution of blood vessels in the disk, capsule and retrodiscal pad.
Definition
Disk is avascular in adults, except around the edges. Most of the capsule is poorly vascularized, but…
Posterior superior lamella (retrodiscal pad) is very rich in blood
Term
What nerves (3) supply the TMJ?
Definition
Supplied by three branches of V3:
Auriculotemporal
Deep temporal
Masseteric nn.
Term
Where do the cell bodies of these afferents lie? Where do they project in the brainstem?
Definition
Cell bodies of these afferents lie in both trigeminal ganglion (pain) and mesencephalic nucleus (proprioception)
Term
Describe 4 types of nerve endings found in joints, along with their function.
Definition
4 types of nerve endings present in joints
1. Ruffini’s corpuscle : position sense
2. Pacinian corpuscle: vibration and joint movement
3. Golgi tendon organ: extreme position
4. free nerve endings: pain
Term
Where are these endings found in the joint?
Definition
Central disk has no nerves
Peripheral disk has only free nerve endings (pain)
Free nerve endings also found in capsule and ligaments
Encapsulated endings found in capsule and ligaments
Term
Ectomesenchyme
Definition
By altering adhesion properties, the ectodermal cells of the neural crest detach from the epithelium and become Ectoemesnchyme
Term
Positional identity
Definition
Certain genes will be expressed according to their postion along the retro-caudal axis. Positonal identity allows the migrating cells to respond to the arch ectoderm. VIA BASAL LAMINA
Term
Meckel’s cartilage
Definition
arises as 2 solid hyaline cartiladge rods (ear to symphisis but do not meet). Does not become the mandible when it degenerates but its perichondrium becomes Sphenomandibular ligament. Malleus and Incus come from Endochondral ossification of Meckels Cartiladge.
Term
Primary jaw joint
Definition
Joint between Malleus and Incus when they are derived from the Endochondral ossification of Meckels cartiladge
Term
Secondary cartilage
Definition
Condylar car: Endochondral formation of condyle at TMJ
Coronoid Procces: dependent of the Temporalis
Angular Area: Dependent on the Massater and Medial Pterygoid
Alveoalar Process: Dependent on Teeth formation and function
Symphyseal cartilage: connect anterior ends of mandible: ossify at 1 year
Term
Primary/secondary palate
Definition
Primary palate forms form fused medial nasal process of fronto nasal process. Palatal shelves initially form beside the tongue, oriented superiorly and inferiorly then elevate rapidly to become horizontal (unknown but GAG is required) then elevation of the head off the thoracic wall, enables tongue to drop down between shelves
Term
Epithelial seam
Definition
When shelves fuse to form hard palate they adhere via a sticky glycoprotein. Then surface cells die and slough off. Then basal cells of the epithelium fuse into one SEAM, with a basal lamina on both sides.
Term
Primary epithelial band
Definition
In Mandible, 2 zones fuse to form one continues Primary epithelial band
Term
Kallikrein
Definition
Serum protease secreted by striated duct
Term
Lactoferrin
Definition
For Bacterial/viral protection in the saliva*** Found in neutrophils.
Inhibits colony formation by granulocytes and macrophages.
Term
Histatin
Definition
For yeast protection in saliva*
Term
Orthokeratinized, parakeratinized, non-keratinized
Definition
contains really thick keratin layer(masticatory mucosa), contains keratin layer with pyknotic cells (masticatory mucosa), no keratin layer (lining mucosa) – all are stratified squamous epithelium
Term
Mucoperiosteum
Definition
– when the lamina propria is directly attached to bone – no submucosa present(as in masticatory mucosa)
Term
Pyknotic
Definition
– cells look like they’re dying
Term
Papillary and reticular layers of lamina propria
Definition
– papillary layer is made of LCT and dominates
in the masticatory mucosa where it forms impressive interdigitations. Reticular layer is made of
DICT and it predominates in lining mucosa
Term
Keratohyalin
Definition
contained within the granular layer (stratum granulosum). It contains aggregates of profillagrin (highly phosphorylated) which can be cleaved into filagrin which can help to
package the keratin
Term
Vermillion zone
Definition
thin transluscent keratinzed zone that together with the oral mucosa make up the mucocutaneous junction
Term
Fordyce’s spot
Definition
sebaceous glands that are found on the angles of the buccal mucosa. They look like pale yellow spots and increase with age
Term
Gingival sulcus
Definition
an area of potential space between a tooth and the surrounding gingival tissue. It is indicated by the free gingival groove
Term
Crevicular fluid
Definition
fluid that seeps through the the JE and accumulates in the sulcus. It contains Immunoglobulins, plaque bacteria and tissue exudate
Term
Interdental col
Definition
a depression in the interdental papilla that follows the contours of the crown. Identical to JE.
Term
Caviar tongue, black hairy tongue, geopgraphic tongue
Definition
varicosities (normal with age),indicates lack of normal shedding, reflects changes in keratinzation of filiform papillae (not dangerous)
Term
What is the difference, in composition and how they are obtained, between plasma and serum?
Definition
Plasma is obtained through centrifugation with an anticoagulant while serum is obtained through centrifugation without an anticoagulant. Plasma contains albumin, hormones, salts, fibrinogen, IgG, lipids and vitamins while serum lacks fibrinogen but contains albumin, hormones, salts, IgG, lipids and vitamins.
Term
Describe the roles of the plasma proteins, albumin and globulins.
Definition
Albumins – act to control blood viscosity: Globulins- act as antibodies as well as transporters and storage.
Term
What are the azurophilic granules and what do they contain?
Definition
Azurophilic granules are the primary granules contained within WBC. They all contain lysososomal enzymes as well as microbicidial agents.
Term
What specific granules does each granulocyte contain?
Definition
Eosinophil – MBP (major basic protein, histamine, collagenase and cathepsins
Neutrophil – bactericidal agents in specific granules
Basophil – histamine, heparine sulfates, leukotrines
Term
What is the role of neutrophils? Eosinopils? Basophils? In the immune system.
Definition
o Neutrophils act at sights of infection to engulf bacteria, viruses, debris, and infected cells.

o Eosinophils may act as first line of defense against parasitic infections, allergic reactions and chronic inflammation.

o Basophil – mediate inflammation, modulate immune response of others cells and may serve a role against certain intestinal parasitic infectons.
Term
Phagocytosis of opsonized bacteria?
Definition
Neutrophils
Term
Describe the origin, contents and role of platelets.
Definition
Platelets originate from megakaryocytes (they live for 5-10days). They contain factors responsible for intrinsic clotting mechanism. They play a role in blood clot formation by binding to injured vessel, aggregate with RBC and forming a hemostatic. When they are activated these substances are released (Platelet derived growth factor, fibrinogen, serotonin and ADP).
Term
What is the role of lymphocytes, once they are transformed to plasma cells? Where would you find plasma cells?
Definition
Plasma cells produce immunoglobulins (anti-bodies). (Seems, still unclear, b/c we know B-cells become plasma cells, but then i think they signal T-cell formation)........refer to textbook
Term
What is the role of monocytes? Name three cell types that we have studied that are derived from them.
Definition
Monocytes are part of the body’s immune response. Macrophages, osteoclasts, microglia?
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Where does hematopoiesis primarily take place in adults?
Definition
Pelvis, vertebrae, skull, ribs, end of long bones.
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Pericyte
Definition
undifferentiated cell that serves to support BVs. Can act as blood flow regulators (esp. in capillaries) – can also act as a stem cell. Found in capillaries and post capillary venules.
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Internal elastic lamina
Definition
layer of elastic tissue that forms the outermost part of the tunica intima of BV.
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Fenestration
Definition
small pores within endothelium that facilitate exchange across wall (50-80nm) (eg. Endocrine, kidney, mucosa of G.I)
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Sinusoid
Definition
aka discontinous; large trans-cellular pores through endothelium (.5-3µm) found in specialized cells of the liver. (eg. Liver, bone marrow)
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Adventitia
Definition
– collagen, elastic fibers (little), macrophages, fibroblasts, blood vessels (vasa vasorum) nerves (nervi vascularis)
Term
Arteriole Function
Definition
regulate flow to the capillary bed and reduce pressure
Term
Describe the structure and function of a post-capillary venule.
Definition
Post capillary venules have very thin walls (very little SM present and poorly developed occluding junctions) pericytes, and are very permeable. They are the site of exchange of cells and molecules between blood and tissues.
Term
Describe the walls of veins, in comparison with arteries.
Definition
Veins contain very thin intima, less SM and elastic fibers but more collagen fibers in both media and adventitia. Arteries contain thicker intima, and media.
Term
What are the components of lymph?
Definition
Plasma proteins (IgG, lipoproteins), cells (lymphocytes, dendritic cells, monocytes)
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How do these components get from the connective tissues into the lymph capillaries?
Definition
They get into the lymph capillaries from connective tissue by way of the lymphatic-interstitial interface where there is a discontinuous basal lamina.
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Describe 4 special features of a lymph CAPILLARY.
Definition
1. Endothelial lining
2. Anchoring filaments – made of fibrilin.
3. Intercellular junctions
4. No basal lamina at lymphatic-interstitial interphase
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Draw a tEM of a lymphatic capillary and compare it to a tEM of a blood capillary. Point out 4 features that differ.
Definition
1. Lymphatic capillary lacks a basal lamina
2. Void of smooth muscles
3. Has anchoring filaments that anchor it in the connective tissue
4. Blood capillary has some organelles and contains blood while the lymphatic capillary does not

*Note lymphatic capillary does have layer
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How does the structure of a lymph collecting vessel DIFFER from a lymph capillary?
Definition
A lymph collecting vessel has 3 layers (intima, media and tunica) while the lymph capillary only has an endothelial layer.
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Time line of human tooth development for:

Dental lamina formation
Definition
42-48 days
Term
Time line of human tooth development for:

Bud stage: deciduous incisors, canines, and molars
Definition
55-56 days
Term
Time line of human tooth development for:

Bell stage for decidious teeth; bud stage for permanent teeth
Definition
14 weeks
Term
Time line of human tooth development for:

Dentin and functional ameloblasts in deciduous teeth
Definition
18 weeks
Term
Time line of human tooth development for:

Dentin and functional ameloblasts in permanent first molars
Definition
32 weeks
Term
Aberrations of development:

Initiation Stage
Definition
Anodontia= absence of teeth
Supernumerary teeth = extra teeth
Term
Aberrations of development:

Bud Stage
Definition
Macrodontia/Microdontia
Term
Aberrations of development:

Cap Stage
Definition
Dens in dentia = misformed enamel organ produces a pit.
Gemination = doubled crown
Fusion = large tooth with doubled pulp cavity
Tubercle = extra cusp
Term
Defence
Definition
Macrophages, mast cells and eosinophils, as in other c.t.
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