Individuals with ________ Find Eating and Swallowing to Be Painful

question 54

Multiple Choice

Individuals with ________ find eating and swallowing to be painful.

• A) gingivitis
• B) trench mouth
• C) dental caries
• D) plaque

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Definitions:

Vagus

Referring to the vagus nerve, the tenth cranial nerve, which innervates major organs, including the heart, lungs, and digestive tract.

Trigeminal

Pertaining to the trigeminal nerve, which is responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing.

Cheek

Side of the face forming the lateral wall of the mouth.

Trigeminal Nerve

A cranial nerve responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing.