Keyword: "fauces" | ClipArt ETC

"The head is represented as having been thrown back, and the tongue drawn forward. <em>A</em>, <em>B</em> and <em>C</em>, cainine; <em>D, E</em> bicuspids; <em>F, H, K,</em> molars; <em>M</em> anterior pillar of the fauces; <em>N</em>, tonsil; <em>L</em> uvula; <em>O</em>, upper part of the pharynx; <em>P</em>, tongue drawn forward; <em>R</em> linear ridge, or raphe</em>." — Blaisedell, 1904

Back view of the adult mouth

"The head is represented as having been thrown back, and the tongue drawn forward. A, B…

Diagram of the pillars of the fauces and of the tonsils.

Tonsil and Pillars of the Fauces

Diagram of the pillars of the fauces and of the tonsils.