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An in-depth exploration of the tongue's structure, focusing on papillae types, their functions, and the taste buds. It covers filiform, fungiform, and circumvallate papillae, their filaggrins, nerve supply, and functions. The document also discusses diseases and conditions affecting the tongue, such as lichen planus, amyloidosis, and granular cell tumors.
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James J. Sciubba, DMD, PhD
The Basics Form and Structure
Filiform Papillae
H: hair-like S: skin- like LM: lining mucosa- like
Filiform Papillae
Anterior compartment
Posterior compartment
Intervening area / between compartments
Filiform Papillae Further Characteristics
Foliate Papillae
Circumvallate Papillae
of taste buds
The Taste Bud A Bioengineering Marvel
Taste Bud Facts
The Lingual Follicle
Capsule
Plate: I II III IV
Intemperance
Dental Indentations
Idiopathic Excoriations
Tertiary Syphilis
Tertiary Syphilis
Chronic Ulcer
Dental Trauma
TB
Lupus
Mucous Patch
Gummatous Ulcer
Ruptured Gumma