Oral Anatomy Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• central incisors : the center sharp, chisel-shaped front teeth used for cutting food
• lateral incisor : the outside sharp, chisel-shaped front teeth used for cutting food
• cuspids : pointed teeth located next to the incisors
• bicuspids : flat-topped teeth located behind the cuspids and in front of the molars
• molars : broad, flat teeth located a the back of the mouth
• wisdom tooth : the singular name of a molar that can be pulled from your mouth
• crown : the top protective layer of the tooth
• enamel : the coating of the tooth that can be worn down by acidic food and bacteria
• gingiva : the living pink tissue that surrounds the tooth and jaw
• dentine : the soft living tissue within the tooth that is similar to bone
• root canal : the open space that holds blood vessels and nerves
• lips : the epithelium that acts as the entryway into the mouth
• cheeks : these are the strong muscular side of the mouth
• gum disease : infection of the pink tissue that holds the teeth in place
• hard palate : the fused rigid bone roof of the mouth
• soft palate : the muscular section of the roof of the mouth
• tongue : the muscle that moves food and allows for speech
• frenulum : the thick connective tissue tying the tongue to the mouth
• salivary glands : 2 glands that produce digestive fluids in the mouth