Dental Branches

Dental branches (rami dentalis)

Description and purpose

A dental scourge (other names: tooth, clove) is an element of the mucous membrane of the cheek located in the area of ​​the teeth. It consists of folds of gum that surround the teeth. The scourge is used to protect the tooth from mechanical damage, as well as to retain food and various liquids in the oral cavity. It is important to understand that dental plaque is a normal anatomical structure present in most people. In this article, we will look at several functions and features of teeth, whip and other factors associated with them.

The beach performs several important functions that are necessary for a person’s comfortable existence. They provide protection to teeth from mechanical stress, helping to prevent injury to the tooth surface. Teeth are under constant influence of mechanical and chemical stress - chewing, eating, drinking, smoking, brushing, etc. A dental scourge serves as a natural protection, preventing damage to the tooth, ensuring its safety, and thereby preventing the destruction of the entire tooth and the subsequent development of caries and gum disease.

The second important function of the whip is to protect the oral cavity from germs. When in contact with liquid and soft food, microorganisms enter it and can subsequently cause gum disease and even caries, so teeth must be isolated from such exposure.

The third important feature of whips is their ability to connect with other elements in the oral cavity. For example, they can connect to the tongue, lower or upper jaws, hard surfaces of the cheeks or mucous membranes of the oral cavity, forming the so-called periodontal suture. This provides additional protection during the chewing process, reducing the force that chewing movements place on the teeth and increasing their strength. Also, with the help of whips, the process of movement of soft tissues around the teeth (for example, when chewing) is ensured, which ensures normal blood flow and delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the chewing teeth.