Bone
Zygomatic bone
Cheekbone
High-yield
Forms the cheek prominence and lateral orbital wall; its arch is a common facial fracture site.
Overview
The bone of the cheek prominence that forms part of the lateral orbital wall and, with the temporal process, the zygomatic arch.
Reference facts
- Bone type
- Irregular
- Key landmarks
- Frontal process; Temporal process (forms zygomatic arch); Orbital surface; Zygomaticofacial foramen
- Articulations
- Frontal; Maxilla; Temporal; Sphenoid (greater wing)
Frequently asked questions
What type of bone is the zygomatic bone?
The zygomatic bone is an irregular bone.
What does the zygomatic bone articulate with?
The zygomatic bone articulates with the frontal; Maxilla; Temporal; Sphenoid (greater wing).
What are the key landmarks of the zygomatic bone?
Key landmarks of the zygomatic bone include the frontal process; Temporal process (forms zygomatic arch); Orbital surface; Zygomaticofacial foramen.