Veterinary Splanchnology and Applied Anotomy

Gums (Gingivae)

GUMS

Ox

• The gums are composed of dense fibrous tissue intimately blended with the periosteum of the alveolar processes and surround the neck of the teeth
• They are reflected with alveoli and become continuous with the alveolar periosteum
• They are covered with mucous membrane destitute of glands and of a low degree of sensibility