Zygomatic process of maxilla

Infobox Bone
Name = Zygomatic process of maxilla
Latin = processus zygomaticus maxillae
GraySubject = 38
GrayPage = 161


Caption = Articulation of nasal and lacrimal bones with maxilla. (Zygomatic process visible at center right.)


Caption2 = Left zygomatic bone in situ. (Zygomatic process of maxilla visible but not labeled.)
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DorlandsPre = p_34
DorlandsSuf = 12667764
The zygomatic process of the maxilla (malar process) is a rough triangular eminence, situated at the angle of separation of the anterior, zygomatic, and orbital surfaces.

* "In front" it forms part of the anterior surface.
* "Behind" it is concave, and forms part of the infratemporal fossa.
* "Above" it is rough and serrated for articulation with the zygomatic bone.
* "Below" it presents the prominent arched border which marks the division between the anterior and infratemporal surfaces.

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External links

* - "Osteology of the Skull: The Maxilla"
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