Features elements of the tooth-jaw system at different ages

Abstract

Summary: Tooth – jaw system – a complex hierarchical functional system, which combines functional subsystems such as the temporo – mandibular joint, jaw, periodontal, teeth, muscles and salivary glands. Tooth – jaw system, its individual subsystems and bodies are responsible for chewing, respiratory functions, as well as swallowing and speaking. Main content: Components of the tooth – jaw system: 1) solid footing – the bones of facial skeleton and temporal – mandibular joint. 2) chewing muscles. 3) The authorities intended to create, and promote the formation of food bolus, prepare it for swallowing, and bodies responsible for broadcasting and of sound – lips, cheeks, palate, teeth and tongue. 4) Organes for grinding food - teeth. 5) Organes for wet food processing and its fermentation – the salivary glands of the mouth. Conclusion: Each age period has a number of features. Key words: tooth – jaw system, temporo – mandibular joint, children, age periods.