Preferred Label : zygomatic process of maxilla;
Uberon definition : 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.;
Uberon synonym : processus zygomaticus (maxilla); malar process of maxilla; zygomaticoorbital process of maxilla;
Uberon related term : zygomatic appendage of maxilla;
Uberon broad term : malar process;
Origin ID : 0016477;
Automatic exact mappings (from CISMeF team)
- Uberon cross reference
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.
