autopalatine

palatine bone

Endochondral bone that is part of the antero-lateral region of the palate. Commonly, it articulates with the maxilla anterolaterally and with the ethmoidal region medially. It may also articulate with the dermopalatine ventro-laterally and with the entopterygoid posteriorly. The autopalatine is paired.

Type Bone
Parent Structure endochondral bone
Latin Name palatine bone

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the autopalatine?
Endochondral bone that is part of the antero-lateral region of the palate. Commonly, it articulates with the maxilla anterolaterally and with the ethmoidal region medially. It may also articulate with the dermopalatine ventro-laterally and with the entopterygoid posteriorly. The autopalatine is pair
What is the Latin name for the autopalatine?
The Latin name for the autopalatine is palatine bone.

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