Control of Salivary Function Flashcards
1
Q
Glands are controlled by what system?
A
Autonomic Nervous System
2
Q
Define Autonomic Nervous System
A
operates w/out conscious control
3
Q
The autonomic nervous system is divided into two innervations?
A
Parasympathetic Innervation and Sympathetic Innervation
4
Q
What does the parasympathetic innervation do?
A
it increases saliva production
5
Q
Parasympathetic Innervation is controlled by?
A
- parotid: IX via Otic ganglion
2. Other 2: VII via Submandibular ganglion
6
Q
Sympathetic Innevation is defined as?
A
Indirect exerts it is effect via blood vessels to the glands
by constricting your blood vessels it dries up our mouth
7
Q
Sympathetic Innervation is also known as?
A
“fight or flight response”
