Mylohyoid groove
Sulcus mylohyoideus
Definition
The mylohyoid groove is an important anatomical feature which is found on the inside of the mandible. It is positioned behind and below the mylohyoid line, looking like a downward extension form the bony lingula. This groove serves as a pathway for the mylohyoid nerve and blood vessels, which branch off from the main inferior alveolar nerve and vessels before they enter the lower jaw through the inferior alveolar foramen.
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Text written by Muhammad A. Javaid, MD, PhD © 2024 IMAIOS.
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