What Is the Mandibular Fossa?

Mandibular fossa, a human anatomy term, refers to the deep fossa below the condylar root of the temporal bone and between the temporal bone drum. [1] The fossa is composed of the temporal bone scales and temporal bone rocks. This socket and the joint nodules in front of it form the temporomandibular joint. [2]

Mandibular fossa

Mandibular fossa,
Mandibular fossa,
The mandibular fossa is a deep fossa located below the temporal bone. By the temporal bone scales (
The mandibular fossa, joint nodules of the temporal bone, and the mandibular head of the mandible participate in the formation of the temporomandibular joint. [2]

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