Maxilla Flashcards
1
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Inner Maxillary Suture
A
This may be fused in the adult skull. It’s the point where the left and right maxillae are joined at the mis-sagittal plane.
2
Q
Zygomatic Process
A
Located on the anterior aspect of the maxilla, forms much of the cheek.
3
Q
Infra-orbital Foramen
A
This is located below the inferior orbital rim on the facial surface.
4
Q
Infra-orbital Margin
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This is the lower margin of the eye socket
5
Q
Frontal Process
A
Rises to articulate with the frontal, nasals, lacrimal and ethmoid.
6
Q
Anterior Nasal Spine (Nasal Notch)
A
This is the thin projection of bone on the midline at the inferior margin of the nasal aperture.
7
Q
Alveolar Process
A
Horizontal portion of the maxilla that holds the tooth roots.
