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27 wrz 2023 · The tongue is a unique organ located in the oral cavity that not only facilitates perception of gustatory stimuli but also plays important roles in mastication and deglutition. Additionally, the tongue is an integral component of the speech pathway, as it helps with articulation.
- Pouches and Clefts
Embryological background. The difference between the...
- Lingual Frenulum
The lingual frenulum also called the frenulum of tongue is a...
- Foliate Papillae
Lingual papillae is a term given to the ridges and shapes...
- Amniotic Sac
The amniotic sac, also known as the "bag of waters", is a...
- Retromandibular Vein
Retromandibular vein (vena retromandibularis) The...
- Epiglottis
Epiglottis The epiglottis is a cartilaginous flap that...
- Pouches and Clefts
La lengua es esencialmente una masa de músculos cubiertos por una membrana mucosa, que pueden contraerse y relajarse rápidamente, lo que permite a la lengua adoptar muchas formas y posiciones. Esto es lo que hace que la lengua sea ideal para hablar, ya que ayuda a la formación de sonidos.
Detailed 3D models illustrate the anatomical structure of the tongue, including its muscles, surface features, and sensory innervation. These models also highlight the tongue’s role in oral health and disease.
La lengua está constituida por una raíz, un cuerpo y un vértice (punta de la lengua). Se encuentra fija a la mandíbula y al hueso hioides a través de su raíz. El tejido de la lengua consiste de numerosos músculos intrínsecos los cuales le otorgan su forma y su movilidad fina.
The root of the tongue is posterior and slightly vertical, forming the posterior one third of the tongue. It extends from the hyoid, epiglottis, and soft palate, to the mandible. The body forms the anterior ⅔ of the tongue, and the apex of the tongue is the most anterior end of the body.
2 paź 2024 · Fully labeled illustrations and diagrams of the buccal cavity: anatomy, definitions, functions and innervation of the mouth, tongue, salivary glands and fauces.
9 maj 2020 · This article will focus on tongue embryology, origin, insertion, and action of the extrinsic muscles, followed by innervation, blood supply and lymphatic drainage of the tongue. Relevant clinical points will be explored and relevant diseases affecting the tongue explained.
