The Ridge of Oral Mucosa That Surrounds the Base of a Tooth

Question

The ridge of oral mucosa that surrounds the base of a tooth is the
A) vestibule.
B) gingiva.
C) alveolus.
D) uvula.
E) faux.

Accepted Answer

The ridge of oral mucosa that surrounds the base of a tooth is called the gingiva or gums. The vestibule refers to the space between the cheeks/lips and teeth, the alveolus is the bony socket in the jaw where the tooth sits, the uvula is a fleshy projection at the back of the mouth, and the faux is not a dental term.