tooth is already loosened it may be necessary to remove it by trephining.


QUESTIONS

1. Describe the appearance of the teeth in an overshot or undershot jaw.

2. Describe the appearance of sharp molar teeth; a scissor-mouth.

3. What are the causes of decayed teeth?




PART IV.--SURGICAL DISEASES



CHAPTER XXI

INFLAMMATION AND WOUNDS


Inflammation is a pathological condition of a tissue, characterized by
altered function, disturbance of circulation, and destructive and
constructive changes in the irritated part. Heat, redness, swelling, pain
and disturbed function are the symptoms which characterize inflammation.

_The changes in the circulation_ occurring in inflammation are as follows:
(1) An increase in the rate of the blood-flow through the blood-vessels of