coronomeckelian
sesamoid articular
Tendon bone located on the median side of the lower jaw, dorsal to Meckel's cartilage and medial to the angular. The coronomeckelian forms as an ossification of the tendon of the adductor mandibulae muscle. The coronomeckelian is a paired bone.
| Type | Bone |
| Parent Structure | bone of lower jaw |
| Latin Name | sesamoid articular |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the coronomeckelian?
Tendon bone located on the median side of the lower jaw, dorsal to Meckel's cartilage and medial to the angular. The coronomeckelian forms as an ossification of the tendon of the adductor mandibulae muscle. The coronomeckelian is a paired bone.
What is the Latin name for the coronomeckelian?
The Latin name for the coronomeckelian is sesamoid articular.
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