Mandible vs skull
| Property | Mandible | skull |
|---|---|---|
| Latin Name | Os mandibulae | cranial skeleton |
| Type | Bone | Organ |
| Body System | Skeletal | N/A |
| Body Region | Face | N/A |
| Function | The only movable bone of the skull, forming the lower jaw. Essential for mastication (chewing), speech articulation, and maintaining the lower dental arch. | N/A |
| Clinical Significance | Mandibular fractures are the second most common facial fractures. The inferior alveolar nerve runs through the mandibular canal and can be damaged during wisdom tooth extraction. Temporomandibular joint disorders cause … | N/A |
| FMA ID | 52748 | 46565 |