Chapter 8.2, Problem 14AYLO

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

The extent (foramina) and location of the palatine bone; their role in defining (partially) the walls of the orbit and the nasal cavity.

Introduction:

The palatine bones are 2 in number. They are facial bones (14) that do not surround the brain, but they are located anterior to the cranial region. They support the nasal, oral, and orbital cavities and provide shape to the face and attachment for facial expression muscles and mastication muscles.