Facial Bones and Related Structures

Flashcards covering key terms and definitions related to facial bones and related anatomical structures.

What is the function of the nasal bone in the human skull?

The nasal bone forms the bridge of the nose.

What does the optic foramen allow to pass through in the skull?

It allows the optic nerve and ophthalmic artery to pass to the eye.

Where is the lacrimal bone located?

The lacrimal bone is located in the inner corner of the eye socket.

What does the lacrimal foramen allow?

It allows passage for the nasolacrimal duct, which carries tears.

What is the role of the middle nasal concha?

It helps to condition the air inhaled through the nasal cavity.

What is the perpendicular plate of the ethmoid bone?

It forms part of the nasal septum, dividing the nasal cavity.

What does the vomer bone form?

It forms part of the nasal septum.

What is the function of the inferior nasal concha?

It helps in the filtration and humidification of inhaled air.

What anatomical landmark is located at the anterior nasal spine?

It is a bony projection at the base of the nasal cavity.

What passes through the supraorbital foramen (notch)?

The supraorbital nerve and artery for the forehead.

What does the supraorbital margin support?

It supports the structure of the forehead and outlines the orbit.

What structures does the supraorbital fissure contain?

It contains nerves and vessels that supply the eye.

What is the primary content of the infraorbital fissure?

It contains the infraorbital nerve and vessels.

What is the zygomatic bone commonly known as?

It is commonly referred to as the cheekbone.

What does the infraorbital foramen transmit?

It transmits the infraorbital nerve and blood vessels.

What vital structures are housed within the maxilla?

The maxilla houses the upper teeth and forms part of the orbit.