incisor artery

An artery that branches from the inferior alveolar artery and supplies the roots and pulp of the teeth of the lower jaw. It forms anastomoses with its contralateral partner.

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What is the incisor artery?
The incisor artery is a branch of the inferior alveolar artery that supplies blood to the roots and pulp of the incisor teeth in the lower jaw, and is involved in forming connections with its counterpart on the opposite side.
Where is the incisor artery located?
The incisor artery is located within the mandibular canal of the lower jaw, running anteriorly from the inferior alveolar artery to reach the roots of the lower incisor teeth.
What is the function of the incisor artery?
The incisor artery is involved in supplying oxygenated blood to the dental pulp and surrounding tissues of the lower incisor teeth, supporting their vitality and health.
What conditions may be associated with the incisor artery?
Dental pulp necrosis, periapical infections, or complications following lower jaw fractures or dental procedures may be associated with disruption of blood flow through the incisor artery.
How is the incisor artery examined?
The incisor artery may be assessed indirectly through dental vitality tests, panoramic radiographs, or cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) of the mandible that visualizes the mandibular canal anatomy.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.