Which Structure is Most Closely Located to the Lingual Frenum

Question

Which structure is most closely located to the lingual frenum?
A) Sublingual caruncle
B) Sublingual salivary gland
C) Sublingual fold
D) Lingual tonsils
E) All of the above

Accepted Answer

The sublingual caruncle,a small elevation on each side of the base of the lingual frenum,is the opening for the submandibular and sublingual salivary glands.Of the structures provided in the question,it is located most closely to the lingual frenum.The sublingual fold extends posteriorly from the sublingual caruncle.The lingual tonsils are located at the base of the tongue.