facial bones Flashcards
1
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Provide structure, shape, and support for the face. They also form a protective housing for the upper ends of the respiratory and digestive tracts.
A
Facial Bones
2
Q
no. of bones in face .name them
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14
2: maxillae, zygomatic , nasal, lacrimal, inferior nasal conchae, palatine
1: mandible, vomer
3
Q
–the largest immovable bones of the face.-This is where the Antrum of Highmore is located.
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Maxillary Bones
4
Q
s –form the prominence of the cheek (Zygoma / Malar Bone).
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Zygomatic Bone
5
Q
–bridge of the nose
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Nasal
6
Q
Smallest facial bones
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Lacrimal Bones-
7
Q
–“turbinates”-Scroll shape
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Inferior Nasal Conchae
8
Q
–L Shape
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Palatine Bones
9
Q
–plowshare-Inferior part of the nasal septum
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Vomer
10
Q
-the largest and densest facial bone.-The only movable bone in adult skull.
A
Mandible
