Skull Structures

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What is the Vomer?

Back

The Vomer is a thin, flat bone that forms part of the nasal septum, which divides the nasal cavity into two nostrils.

Front

What is the Frontal Bone?

Back

The Frontal Bone is a bone in the skull that forms the forehead and the upper part of the eye sockets.

Front

What is the Mastoid Process?

Back

The Mastoid Process is a bony prominence located behind the ear, part of the temporal bone, and serves as an attachment point for muscles.

Front

What is the Lambdoidal Suture?

Back

The Lambdoidal Suture is the fibrous joint that connects the occipital bone with the parietal bones at the back of the skull.

Front

What is the Lacrimal Bone?

Back

The Lacrimal Bone is a small bone located in the front part of the medial wall of the eye socket, involved in tear production.

Front

What is the Maxilla?

Back

The Maxilla is the upper jawbone that holds the upper teeth and forms part of the eye sockets and nasal cavity.

Front

What is the Nasal Bone?

Back

The Nasal Bone is a pair of small bones that form the bridge of the nose.

Front

What is the Zygomatic Process?

Back

The Zygomatic Process is a bony projection of the temporal bone that contributes to the cheekbone.

Front

What is the Mental Foramen?

Back

The Mental Foramen is an opening in the mandible (lower jaw) that allows nerves and blood vessels to pass to the chin and lower lip.

Front

What is the Styloid Process?

Back

The Styloid Process is a slender, pointed piece of bone just below the ear, serving as an attachment for muscles and ligaments.