ANATOMY OF THE ZYGOMATIC BONE ; BOUNDARIES AND BORDERS скачать в хорошем качестве

ANATOMY OF THE ZYGOMATIC BONE ; BOUNDARIES AND BORDERS

The zygomatic bones are more commonly known as the cheekbones. These bones are located just below each eye and extend upward to the outer side of each eye. The zygomatic bones join with several other bones of the face, including the nose, jaw, portions of the eye, and bones just in front of the ears. The zygomatic bone consists of cartilage when a fetus is in utero, with bone-forming immediately after birth. Due to its size and function in joining many facial bones together, underdeveloped zygomatic bones cause significant issues related to the construction of the face. The most significant condition associated with the zygomatic bones is a fracture. Anatomy The zygomatic bone is somewhat rectangular with portions that extend out near the eye sockets and downward near the jaw. The front portion of the bone is thick and jagged to allow for its joining with other bones of the face. This thickness also allows the bone to remain strong and sturdy to protect the more delicate features of the face. Other portions of the zygomatic bone include joints near the jaw, near the ears, and near the forehead and skull. Near the skull, the articulations (where two bones come together) are not as thick. This allows for the structure of the skull to take over as the main protector of the brain and other underlying structures. There is also a tunnel within the zygomatic bone called the zygomaticofacial foramen which allows for the passage of integral veins and arteries through the face. #ZYGOMATICBONE #ANATOMYOFZYGOMATICBONE #MBBSNAIJA