Alveolonasal

/ælˌviːələˈneɪzəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to both the alveolar ridge and the nasal structures; describing anatomy involving teeth and nose areas.

Etymology

From alveolus + nasal (from Latin nasus, nose) + -al. A medical/dental term for this anatomical relationship.

Kelly Says

Surgeons working on severe facial injuries or reconstructing the face must understand alveolonasal anatomy because the supporting bone in this area literally holds your nose, teeth, and face in their proper position.

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