Nerve Alveolar Mandibular

The alveolar mandibular nerve belongs to the trigeminal nerve system and provides sensitivity to the mucous membrane and gums in the area of ​​the teeth of the lower jaw. This nerve is one of three branches of the trigeminal nerve that exit the skull through the mandible.

The alveolar mandibular nerve has three main branches:

1. Mesial branch (branch directed towards the center of the face) - supplies sensitivity to the mucous membrane and gums in the area of ​​the lower teeth.
2. Lateral branch - supplies the mucous membrane of the cheek and tongue in the lower jaw.
3. Posterior branch - provides sensitivity to the skin around the ear and pinna.

Disturbances in the functioning of the nerve can lead to loss of sensation and pain in the face, teeth and gums. This can be caused by injury, infection, inflammation or other diseases. To diagnose and treat disorders of the alveolar mandibular nerve, consultation with a dentist or neurologist is required.

The alveolar mandibular nerve is a branch of the facial nerve located in the lower jaw. It is responsible for the innervation of the teeth and tissues surrounding the jaw.

In humans, it is part of cranial nerve V3, also called the trigeminal nerve. In addition, a branch of this nerve is the hypoglossal nerve. This means that the nerve trunk divides into several branches before ending in the tissues of the mandible to provide innervation support to various structures.

Typically, the alveolar mandibular nerve passes through the inner ear, where it