Exam 4: Development of the Face and Palate

Palatal development occurs during the __________ weeks of gestation.

Which best defines the term fusion?

The origin of the thyroid gland is the ________ _________.

The eyes move to the front of the face in the sixth week of prenatal development.

In which direction do the palatine shelves grow on contact with the tongue in the seventh prenatal week?

Development of the upper lip depends on fusion of the philtrum and maxillary processes.

Auricular hillocks develop near which location?

Palatal shelf elevation occurs slowly,over the course of several weeks.

A combination of genetic and _____ factors are associated with palatal and facial clefts.