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What is the most common facial birth defect affecting babies in the UK?
What is the most common facial birth defect affecting babies in the UK?
Which of the following accurately describes cleft lip?
Which of the following accurately describes cleft lip?
What are common difficulties associated with cleft palate?
What are common difficulties associated with cleft palate?
How might a cleft palate present itself?
How might a cleft palate present itself?
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What is the significance of modern surgery in the treatment of cleft conditions?
What is the significance of modern surgery in the treatment of cleft conditions?
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What forms the upper dental arch?
What forms the upper dental arch?
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Which bones articulate with the maxilla?
Which bones articulate with the maxilla?
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How many processes are associated with the maxilla?
How many processes are associated with the maxilla?
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The maxilla is primarily involved in forming which of the following structures?
The maxilla is primarily involved in forming which of the following structures?
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Which of the following is NOT an articulation of the maxilla?
Which of the following is NOT an articulation of the maxilla?
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What implication does a cleft lip and palate have on patients?
What implication does a cleft lip and palate have on patients?
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Which process of the maxilla helps in forming sockets for teeth?
Which process of the maxilla helps in forming sockets for teeth?
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The maxilla articulates with which of the following internal bones?
The maxilla articulates with which of the following internal bones?
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What structure does the zygomatic process of the maxilla articulate with?
What structure does the zygomatic process of the maxilla articulate with?
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What is the primary function of the palatine process of the maxilla?
What is the primary function of the palatine process of the maxilla?
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Which feature is located on the medial aspect of the maxilla?
Which feature is located on the medial aspect of the maxilla?
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Which surface serves as the floor of the orbit?
Which surface serves as the floor of the orbit?
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What describes the frontal process of the maxilla?
What describes the frontal process of the maxilla?
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Where is the maxillary sinus located?
Where is the maxillary sinus located?
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What condition is characterized by a developmental anomaly of the maxilla?
What condition is characterized by a developmental anomaly of the maxilla?
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Which feature is NOT part of the facial view of the maxilla?
Which feature is NOT part of the facial view of the maxilla?
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What feature of the maxillary bone articulates with the lacrimal bone?
What feature of the maxillary bone articulates with the lacrimal bone?
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The anterior nasal spine is an important landmark located on which surface of the maxilla?
The anterior nasal spine is an important landmark located on which surface of the maxilla?
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Which surface of the maxilla helps form the lateral wall of the nasal cavity?
Which surface of the maxilla helps form the lateral wall of the nasal cavity?
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Which anatomical feature provides a structural support role on the zygomatic arch?
Which anatomical feature provides a structural support role on the zygomatic arch?
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What structure can be found on the inferior view of the maxilla?
What structure can be found on the inferior view of the maxilla?
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What is the primary role of the infra-orbital foramen in the maxilla?
What is the primary role of the infra-orbital foramen in the maxilla?
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Study Notes
Maxilla
- The maxilla is the upper jaw, made up of two maxillary bones joined together.
- It forms the upper face, infratemporal region, orbital floor, lateral wall of the nasal cavity, and roof of the oral cavity.
- The maxilla articulates with the following bones:
- Nasal bone
- Frontal bone
- Zygomatic bone
- Vomer
- Palatine bone
- Lacrimal bone
- Ethmoid bone
- Inferior concha
- Mandible (via the temporomandibular joint)
Maxillary Processes and Surfaces
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The maxilla has four processes:
- Alveolar process: holds the maxillary teeth.
- Zygomatic process: contributes to the zygomatic arch.
- Frontal process: articulates with the frontal, nasal, and lacrimal bones.
- Palatine process: forms the roof of the mouth and floor of the nasal cavity.
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The maxilla has four surfaces:
- Facial: forms the upper face.
- Nasal: forms the lateral wall of the nasal cavity.
- Orbital: forms the floor of the orbit.
- Infratemporal: forms the wall of the infratemporal region.
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The maxilla contains the maxillary sinus, a large air space that extends to the facial surface, zygomatic process, infratemporal wall, and alveolar process.
Cleft Lip and Palate
- A cleft palate occurs when the two halves of the palate do not fuse properly during development.
- It may be associated with a cleft lip.
- Cleft lip and palate is a common facial birth defect, affecting 1 in 700 babies in the UK.
- Surgery produces excellent aesthetic and functional results.
- Cleft lip and palate can affect feeding, hearing, speech, and dental development.
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the maxilla, including its structure, processes, and surfaces. Explore the articulations with surrounding bones and the functions of each component. This quiz will enhance your understanding of the upper jaw in human anatomy.
