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      • The mandible is a U-shaped lower jawbone and the largest, strongest bone in the face (Figures 1 and 2) and the only one that can move significantly. The mandible articulates with the neurocranium at the temporomandibular joints (TMJs). Mandible supports the lower teeth and provides attachment for muscles of mastication and facial expression.
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  2. Dec 13, 2022 · The mandible, located inferiorly in the facial skeleton, is the largest and strongest bone of the face. It forms the lower jaw and acts as a receptacle for the lower teeth. It also articulates on either side with the temporal bone, forming the temporomandibular joint.

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  3. Jun 7, 2023 · The mandible is a U-shaped bone that is located in the lower part of the face, below the maxilla (upper jaw). It is made up of two symmetrical halves, called ramus, which are connected by a hinge joint known as the mandibular joint or temporomandibular joint (TMJ).

  4. Nov 3, 2023 · The mandible is the largest bone of the facial skeleton and the only mobile bone of the skull. Learn more about its anatomy and structure on Kenhub!

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  5. Jul 23, 2023 · The Mandible (L., mandere – to chew) is the facial bone of the skull that forms the lower jaw and contains the lower teeth. It consists of right and left halves that fuse together early in life. The anterior portion of the mandible, called the body, is horseshoe-shaped and runs horizontally.

  6. Feb 7, 2022 · Learn about the mandible/lower jaw bone definition, where it is located, its anatomy, parts (ramus, body, processes), structure, & what it does, with labeled diagram.

  7. Aug 6, 2024 · Also known as the lower jawbone, the mandible is the largest and strongest bone of the face. Tasked with holding the lower set of teeth in place, this bone has a symmetrical, horseshoe shape.

  8. Sep 11, 2020 · Definition. The mandible is the largest bone in the human skull and supports the lower teeth. It is the only mobile bone of the skull and is essential for chewing, swallowing, and speaking. Many muscles originate at or insert into the mandible bone.

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