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What structure limits the anterior aspect of the maxillary bone superiorly?
What structure limits the anterior aspect of the maxillary bone superiorly?
Which structure is found in the medial aspect of the maxillary bone?
Which structure is found in the medial aspect of the maxillary bone?
What is the purpose of the infra-temporal aspect of the maxillary bone?
What is the purpose of the infra-temporal aspect of the maxillary bone?
Which of the following structures is NOT part of the medial aspect of the maxilla?
Which of the following structures is NOT part of the medial aspect of the maxilla?
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What does the palatine process of the maxillary bone primarily form?
What does the palatine process of the maxillary bone primarily form?
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Study Notes
Maxillary Bone (Osso Mascellare)
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Anterior (Ante):
- Located below the orbit, containing the infra-orbital foramen.
- Superiorly bordered by the nasal process.
- Inferiorly bordered by a bump (protuberance) and dental grooves.
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Medial:
- Contains an opening (apertura).
- Features a pyramidal-shaped incisive foramen.
- Contains the nasal spine.
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Posterior (Posteriore):
- Contains a tuberosity (tuberosità).
- Houses branches of the alveolar nerve.
Medial Anatomy
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Maxillary Foramen (Foro Mascellare):
- A small hole (foramen) located on the maxillary crest (cresta mascellare), a ridge on the bone.
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Lacrimal Canal (Canale Lacrimale):
- A depression or notch (incisura) on the bone.
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Palatine Groove (Doccia Palatina):
- A groove on the bone.
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Infratemporal Canal (Canale infratemporale):
- A canal on the bone.
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Maxillary Nerve Branching (Decorso rami mascellare):
- The text mentions the branching of the maxillary nerve.
Processes of the Maxillary Bone
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Palatine Process (Processus Palatino):
- A thin plate (lamina) forming part of the hard palate.
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Alveolar Process (Processus Alveolare):
- Forms part of the inferior surface of the maxilla, housing teeth.
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the maxillary bone, including its anterior, medial, and posterior aspects. This quiz covers key features such as foramina, grooves, and the relationship with the alveolar nerve. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of maxillary anatomy.
