The Connection Between Gum Recession and Tooth Sensitivity
If tooth sensitivity affects you, perhaps an overlooked dental issue is the cause. Gum recession is one of the most common causes of tooth sensitivity, according to my dentist in…
How Coffee Affects Your Oral Health: The Good and the Bad
Americans love their coffee. The National Coffee Association reports that 64% of adults in the U.S. drink coffee daily, most starting each morning with a piping hot cup. All that…
Are You Visiting the Dentist Enough? Understanding the Right Check-Up Frequency
Are you among the 42% of adults in the U.S. who admit they do not visit the dentist frequently enough? Failing to visit the dentist can be a costly mistake….
Introduction to the upper limb, back, thorax, and abdomen
Overview and topographic anatomy General information Upper limb • The upper limb is the region of the body composed of the: • Pectoral girdle • Brachium (arm) • Antebrachium (forearm)…
Oral cavity
Overview and topographic anatomy General information • Oral cavity— the space located between the lips and cheeks on the external surface to the palatoglossal fold on the internal surface •…
Eye and orbit
Overview and topographic anatomy of the orbit General information • Orbit— a pyramid-shaped bony recess in the anterior part of the skull, lined by periosteum called the periorbital fascia •…
Intraoral injections
Overview and topographic anatomy General information • Intraoral injections provide adequate pain control for various dental procedures • Many techniques have been developed • All require detailed understanding of head…
Paranasal sinuses
Overview and topographic anatomy General information • The paranasal sinuses are invaginations from the nasal cavity that drain into spaces associated with the lateral nasal wall • There are 4…
Nose and nasal cavity
Overview and topographic anatomy General information Nose • The prominent anatomic structure located inferior and medial to the eyes • Helps warm, humidify, and filter inspired air; protects the respiratory…
Autonomics of the head and neck
Overview of the autonomic nervous system General information • The autonomic nervous system (ANS) has control over the functions of many organ systems and tissues • Provides innervation to: •…
Dental implants
Overview and topographic anatomy General information • A dental implant is a tooth replacement with a titanium “root” implant into bone and attached crown • Known for its durability, implant…
Basic neuroanatomy and cranial nerves
Nervous tissue General information • Nervous tissue is divided into 2 major cell types: • Neurons • Neuroglial cells (the neuroglia) Neurons • The structural and functional cells in the…
Scalp and muscles of facial expression
Overview and topographic anatomy General information Scalp • The area bordered by the forehead, superior part of the cranium, and occipital area immediately superior to the superior nuchal line •…
Cervical fascia
Overview and topographic anatomy General information • Fascia— a band of connective tissue that surrounds structures (such as enveloping muscles), giving rise to potential tissue spaces and pathways that allow…
