Maxilla – anterior nasal spine

Maxilla - anterior nasal spine

Anatomy

The pointed lower ends (left and right) of the medial concave nasal notches of the frontal processes of the maxillae (4 processes; zygomatic, frontal, alveolar, palatine), meet and form this spine. Supports the lower back part of the septal cartilage.

Vignette

Can be palpated (felt) at junction of bottom of nose and philtrum (midline cleft above upper lip).

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