Joy S. Reidenberg

Overview of Tongue Anatomy The tongue is a muscle in your mouth that helps you eat, talk, and taste food. It is covered with tiny bumps called taste buds, which let you taste sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami flavors. The tongue helps move food around so you can chew and swallow. It also helps keep your … Read more

Overview of Mouth Anatomy The mouth is the starting point of the digestive system, where food enters, and saliva is produced. Inside the mouth is a special lining called the oral mucosa, which is soft and moist. This lining covers the inside of the mouth, including the gums, tongue, and other areas. Besides helping break down food, the mouth is also essential … Read more

Overview of Tooth Anatomy Teeth are important for breaking down food before we swallow it. In the tooth anatomy, we can find four types of teeth, each with a different job. Incisors cut food, canines tear it, and molars and premolars crush it. Most people have 32 teeth, but that can vary. The outside layer, … Read more