Bone
Nasal bone
Bridge of the nose
High-yield
Most commonly fractured facial bone; forms the bridge of the nose.
Overview
A small paired bone forming the bony bridge of the nose; the most commonly fractured facial bone.
Reference facts
- Bone type
- Flat (small)
- Key landmarks
- Nasal bridge surface; Groove for the external nasal nerve
- Articulations
- Frontal; Ethmoid; Maxilla; Opposite nasal bone
Frequently asked questions
What type of bone is the nasal bone?
The nasal bone is a flat (small) bone.
What does the nasal bone articulate with?
The nasal bone articulates with the frontal; Ethmoid; Maxilla; Opposite nasal bone.
What are the key landmarks of the nasal bone?
Key landmarks of the nasal bone include the nasal bridge surface; Groove for the external nasal nerve.