Oral and Maxillofacial Anatomy Exam Bank
Course Introduction
Oral and Maxillofacial Anatomy is a comprehensive course that provides an in-depth understanding of the structures and functions of the oral cavity, jaws, and associated facial regions. Emphasizing both macroscopic and microscopic anatomy, the course covers the bones, muscles, blood vessels, nerves, and glands relevant to dental and facial health. Students will learn about anatomical landmarks, variations, and clinical considerations vital for dental procedures, surgical interventions, and diagnostic imaging. Through lectures, practical sessions, and clinical correlations, this course establishes a strong anatomical foundation essential for careers in dentistry, oral surgery, and related health sciences.
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Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck 4th Edition by Margaret J. Fehrenbach
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Head and Neck Anatomy
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Q1) What is another term for midsagittal plane?
A) Median plane
B) Coronal plane
C) Frontal plane
D) Horizontal plane
Answer: A
Q2) An area closer to the median plane is considered by anatomists to be distal, and an area farther from the median plane is considered proximal.
A) Both statements are true.
B) Both statements are false.
C) The first statement is true; the second is false.
D) The first statement is false; the second is true.
Answer: B
Q3) The transverse section is a division through a _____ plane.
A) horizontal
B) frontal
C) sagittal
D) coronal
Answer: A
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Chapter 2: Surface Anatomy
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Q1) Where are folliate lingual papillae located in the oral cavity?
A) Dorsal tongue surface
B) Buccal mucosa
C) Anterior hard palate
D) Lateral border of tongue
Answer: D
Q2) One structure of the oral cavity is the tongue, which is known as the gateway to the oral region BECAUSE the tongue is a prominent feature of the oral cavity.
A) Both the statement and the reason are correct and related.
B) Both the statement and the reason are correct but NOT related.
C) The statement is correct, but the reason is NOT.
D) The statement is NOT correct, but the reason is correct.
E) NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct.
Answer: D
Q3) Which part of the nasal region will feel flexible when palpated?
A) Root of the nose
B) Apex of the nose
C) Bridge of the nose
D) Nasion of the nose
Answer: B
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Chapter 3: Skeletal System
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Q1) Which of the following bony features listed does NOT serve as an opening in bone?
A) Foramen
B) Canal
C) Sulcus
D) Fissure
Answer: C
Q2) From the following list of skull bones, select which skull bones articulate with the ethmoid bone.
A) Frontal bone
B) Sphenoid bone
C) Lacrimal bones
D) Occipital bones
E) Parietal bones
Answer: A, B, C
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Chapter 4: Muscular System
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Q1) Which of the following muscles BOTH elevates the tongue and depresses the soft palate during swallowing?
A) Levator veli palatini muscle
B) Palatoglossus muscle
C) Palatopharyngeal muscle
D) Muscle of the uvula
Q2) The ______ of a muscle is generally attached to the LEAST movable structure.
A) insertion
B) origin
C) middle
D) beginning
Q3) Which of the following intraoral landmarks is one of the origins of the buccinator muscle?
A) Maxillary tuberosity
B) Pterygomandibular raphe
C) Glossopalatine arch
D) Internal oblique ridge
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Chapter 5: Temporomandibular Joint
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Q1) The gliding movement of the temporomandibular joint allows the lower jaw to move forward or backward. What movement of the mandible is involved when the lower jaw moves forward?
A) Retraction
B) Protrusion
C) Elevation
D) Depression
Q2) From the following list of descriptions, select those descriptions that can be applied to the joint capsule of the temporomandibular joint.
A) Wraps around only the superior part
B) Wraps around articular eminence and fossa
C) Wraps around the condyle circumference
D) Wraps around the coronoid process circumference
E) Wraps around only the inferior part
Q3) What is another term used for articular fossa of the temporomandibular joint?
A) Submandibular
B) Glenoid
C) Pterygoid
D) Temporal
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Chapter 6: Vascular System
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Q1) The common carotid artery is branchless and travels superiorly along the neck, lateral to the trachea and larynx to the upper border of the thyroid cartilage. The common carotid artery travels in a sheath deep to the superior, middle, and inferior pharyngeal constrictor muscle.
A) Both statements are true.
B) Both statements are false.
C) The first statement is true; the second is false.
D) The first statement is false; the second is true.
Q2) A branch of the maxillary artery reaches the nasal cavity through the
A) infraorbital foramen.
B) incisive foramen.
C) sphenopalatine foramen.
D) greater and lesser palatine foramina.
Q3) Which of the following arteries is a DIRECT branch off of the aorta?
A) Common carotid artery
B) External carotid artery
C) Pterygoid artery
D) Brachiocephalic artery
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Chapter 7: Glandular Tissue
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Q1) What is the relationship of the submandibular duct to the lingual nerve as it courses from posterior to anterior?
A) Inferior and posterior to superior and anterior
B) Inferior and medial to superior and lateral
C) Lateral and anterior to medial and posterior
D) Superior and lateral to inferior and medial
Q2) Which of the following glands secrete only a serous type of saliva?
A) Parotid and submandibular glands
B) Sublingual and submandibular glands
C) Parotid and von Ebner's glands
D) Sublingual and von Ebner's glands
Q3) Which of the following glands is associated with Wharton's duct?
A) Lacrimal gland
B) Parotid gland
C) Sublingual gland
D) Submandibular gland
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Chapter 8: Nervous System
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Q1) Which of the following nerve branches of the facial nerve supplies motor innervation to the buccinator, risorius, and upper lip muscles?
A) Temporal nerve branch
B) Zygomatic nerve branch
C) Buccal nerve branch
D) Mandibular nerve branch
Q2) Which of the following structures is innervated by the vagus nerve?
A) Parotid salivary gland
B) Floor of the mouth
C) Sternocleidomastoid muscle
D) Soft palate muscles
Q3) Which of the following nerves is NOT part of the maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve?
A) Anterior superior alveolar nerve
B) Infraorbital nerve
C) Buccal nerve
D) Zygomaticotemporal nerve
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Chapter 9: Anatomy of Local Anesthesia
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Q1) A restoration will be placed on the distal surface of the maxillary first premolar. Which of the following local anesthetic nerve blocks MUST be administered?
A) Anterior superior alveolar nerve block
B) Middle superior alveolar nerve block
C) Nasopalatine nerve block
D) Inferior alveolar nerve block
Q2) From the following list of landmarks, select those which are noted by dental professionals when administering the inferior alveolar nerve block by dental professionals.
A) Occlusal plane
B) Maxillary tuberosity
C) Pterygomandibular fold
D) Coronoid notch
E) Mandibular notch
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Chapter 10: Lymphatic System
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Q1) The thoracic duct is MUCH smaller than the right lymphatic duct BECAUSE it drains the lymph from the entire lower half of the body (both the right and left sides).
A) Both the statement and the reason are correct and related.
B) Both the statement and the reason are correct but NOT related.
C) The statement is correct, but the reason is NOT.
D) The statement is NOT correct, but the reason is correct.
E) NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct.
Q2) The occipital lymph nodes can be palpated during the extraoral examination by asking the patient to tilt his or her head to the left and then to the right with the chin upward BECAUSE the occipital lymph nodes empty into the inferior deep cervical nodes of the neck.
A) Both the statement and the reason are correct and related.
B) Both the statement and the reason are correct but NOT related.
C) The statement is correct, but the reason is NOT.
D) The statement is NOT correct, but the reason is correct.
E) NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct.
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Chapter 11: Fasciae and Spaces
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Q1) The buccal space is the fascial space formed between the buccinator muscle and masseter muscle. Therefore the buccal space is superior to the zygomatic arch.
A) Both statements are true.
B) Both statements are false.
C) The first statement is true; the second is false.
D) The first statement is false; the second is true.
Q2) Which of the following fasciae is considered deep cervical fasciae?
A) Pterygoid fasciae
B) Anterior cervical triangle
C) Muscles of facial expression
D) Investing fasciae
Q3) From the following list of descriptions, select those that describe the location of the sublingual space.
A) Oral mucosa is the roof
B) Palatal tonsils form medial boundary
C) Mandible forms lateral wall
D) Floor is hard palate
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Chapter 12: Spread of Infection
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Q1) From the list of situations, select those which can spread dental infections.
A) Vascular system
B) Paranasal sinuses
C) Fascial spaces
D) Lymphatics
Q2) Which of the following infections initially and DIRECTLY involves teeth and associated tissue?
A) Odontogenic infection
B) Lymphadenitis
C) Endophthalmitis
D) Otitis media
Q3) Which of the following terms BEST describes the infectious process created by normal flora because the body's defenses are compromised?
A) Normal flora
B) Suppuration
C) Opportunistic infections
D) Perforation
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