Malar
Malar
Malar (pronounced: /ˈmeɪ.lɑːr/), also known as the cheekbone or zygomatic bone, is a prominent facial bone that forms the prominence of the cheek. The term "malar" is derived from the Latin word "mala" which means "cheek" or "jaw".
Anatomy
The Malar bone is a paired bone with one located on each side of the skull. It articulates with the Maxilla, Temporal bone, Sphenoid bone, and Frontal bone. It forms part of the orbit and the lateral wall and floor of each orbit.
Clinical significance
In medical practice, the term "malar" is often used in relation to various conditions and procedures. For example, a malar rash is a skin condition characterized by a butterfly-shaped rash across the cheeks and bridge of the nose. It is often associated with lupus.
Malar augmentation is a surgical procedure to enhance the prominence of the cheekbones.
Related terms
- Malar eminence: The part of the malar bone that is most prominent on the face.
- Malar process: A projection of the maxilla that articulates with the malar bone.
- Submalar: Referring to the area beneath the malar bone.
Etymology
The term "malar" comes from the Latin "mala" which means "cheek" or "jaw". It is related to the Greek word "malakos", which means "soft", possibly in reference to the soft tissue (cheek) that covers this bone.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Malar
- Wikipedia's article - Malar
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