Maxillary bone

Definition

The maxillary bones are a pair of symmetrical bones that form the upper jaw and support the structure of the middle face. They play a crucial role in housing the upper teeth, forming part of the nasal cavity and the floor of the orbit (eye socket).

Related terms

Mandible:

The lower jawbone, which is the only moveable bone of the skull and works with the maxillary bone to enable chewing.

Zygomatic Bone:

Also known as cheekbones, these are connected to the maxillary bones and contribute to the eye sockets' outer rim.

Palatine Process: A horizontal projection of each maxillary bone that forms part of the hard palate of the mouth, which is the bony front portion of the roof of your mouth