This anatomic structure allows the internal carotid artery and cranial nerves (III, IV, V1, V2, and VI) to freely pass through . It is most important to dental professionals since this structure may be involved with the spread of dental infection.

  24. The structure located at NUMBER 17 is the ________________.

For questions 5-8, label the nerves within the mandibular division with the corresponding number by writing the name for labeled structure.   Example: The corresponding structure labeled #1  TEMPORALIS MUSCLE.     The nerve with the labeled NUMBER 16 represents what nerve in the mandibular division of the Trigeminal Nerve (Cranial Nerve V)?

  23. Which number represents the MAXILLARY VEIN?  

For Questions 2-4, label the following nerves of the maxillary division with the corresponding number on Figure A.       Anterior Superior Alveolar Nerve is Labeled by which number on the diagram?

For Questions 9-11, label the following nerves of the maxillary division with the corresponding number on Figure A.     Infraorbital Nerve is Labeled by which number on the diagram?

Due to the location of the ______________ and sometimes the Maxillary Artery, there is a higher chance of piercing them during the placement of local anesthetic for the posterior teeth of the maxilla. When this structure gets pierced, there is a chance that a (an) ___________ will form.

For questions #16-20, match the correct term to the definition given. A term may be only used once.   Terms A. Bacteremia E. Embolus/Emboli B. Thrombus/Thrombi F. Atherosclerosis C. Hemorrhage G. Arterial Plaque D. Hematoma H. Arteriole   19. A dislodged blood clot that may travel in the bloodstream and result in the blockage of an artery.

  22. Which number represents the RETROMANDIBULAR VEIN?

Blood ENTERS the heart directly through the _________ and EXITS the heart directly through the _________.