The upper and lower lips are attached to the gums by the
A)gingiva.
B)fauces.
C)lingual frenulum.
D)labial frenulum.
E)vestibule.

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The labial frenulum is a band of tissue that attaches the upper and lower lips to the gums. The gingiva refers to the gums themselves, while the fauces are the opening between the oral cavity and the throat. The lingual frenulum is a band of tissue that attaches the tongue to the floor of the mouth. The vestibule is the space between the teeth and the lips/cheeks.

The Upper and Lower Lips Are Attached to the Gums