Mylohyoid line
Linea mylohyoidea
Definition
The mylohyoid line is a noticeable ridge that slants downwards and forwards, starting just under the third molar tooth and ending near the median area beneath the inferior mental spine. The mylohyoid line serves as an attachment point for the mylohyoid muscle, which plays a crucial role in forming the muscular floor or base of the mouth.
Below the mylohyoid line, the surface dips slightly to create the submandibular fossa, a space that holds the submandibular gland. Above the mylohyoid line, you will find the sublingual fossa, the spot where the sublingual gland is located.
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Text written by Muhammad A. Javaid, MD, PhD © 2024 IMAIOS.
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