Nasal bone

Definition

The nasal bone is one of two small oblong bones that form the bridge of the nose. They are situated in the upper-middle area of the face and connect with several other facial bones.

Related terms

Maxilla: The maxilla is a pair of fused bones forming the upper jaw and parts of the orbits around the eyes.

Septum: The septum is a cartilaginous and bony structure that divides the nasal cavity into two nostrils.

Ethmoid Bone: The ethmoid bone is a spongy, cubical bone that forms part of the cranial floor, as well as parts of the orbits and nasal cavities