Afferent sensation from the lower molar teeth is carried by____________?
Correct answer: B. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve
- A. Facial nerve
- B. Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve
- C. Maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve
- D. Opthalmic branch of the trigeminal
Explanation
The lower molar teeth receive sensory fibres through the inferior alveolar nerve, a branch of the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve. Maxillary V2 supplies the upper teeth, while V1 supplies the forehead and orbit.
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