Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. An implant is a device for anchoring a false tooth or dentures.
2. A diverticulum is a small growth attached to a mucous membrane by a stem.
3. The third molar is the wisdom tooth.
4. In GERD, acid splashes from the stomach into the trachea.
5. Herpes labialis causes fever blisters.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE
A diverticulum is a pouch off the intestine. A polyp is a small growth attached to a
mucous membrane by a stem.
3. TRUE
4. FALSE
GERD is gastroesophageal reflux disease. In this pathological condition, acid
splashes from the stomach into the esophagus.
5. TRUE

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