Subtemporal Region

The infratemporal region (regio infratemporalis) is the part of the head that is located between the temporal and chewing regions. It consists of soft tissues, including muscles, fascia, blood vessels and nerves. The infratemporal region plays an important role in the functioning of the head and neck, as well as in the development of facial deformities and diseases.

In the infratemporal region there are muscles that are involved in chewing and swallowing. They provide movement of the lower jaw, which is important for the normal functioning of the teeth and jaws. In addition, in the infratemporal region there are vessels and nerves that supply the tissues with blood and nerves.

The infratemporal region is also involved in the development of facial deformities. For example, if the jaw or teeth do not develop properly, a malocclusion can occur, which can lead to digestion and breathing problems. In addition, changes in the infratemporal region can lead to the development of diseases such as arthritis and osteoarthritis.

To treat diseases of the infratemporal region, it is necessary to carry out diagnosis and treatment at an early stage. This may include massage, physical therapy, surgery and other methods. It is important to monitor the health of the infratemporal region and consult a doctor at the first signs of illness.

Subtemporal region

The infratemporal region occupies the lower and middle parts of the face. It is part of the craniofacial region. Refers to the regional region of the head. Consists of two parts: upper and lower. The first is located on the posterior edge of the base of the skull within the external auditory canal, the second is directly on the head. The boundary between the mobile and immobile areas is the transition line of the pterygoid process of the sphenoid bone and the skull.

The anatomy of the region determines the characteristics of its blood supply and innervation. In the first case, the main artery is formed by the ascending and descending branches of the external carotid artery; supplies the temporal artery. In the second case, there is a connection between the vessels of the moving part and the vessels of other areas of the head. One of the important features of the moving region is its function. Here are the masticatory muscles, the lower jaw, and the ducts of the parotid, submandibular and sublingual salivary glands. Thus, the movable region in anatomy is an important element. The superficial fascia of the moving tissue for the area is called the temporolateral fascia. The great importance of the moving region is associated with another fact. The superior temporal-mastoid bone is part of the middle ear and its anatomy is in many ways similar to the structure of the mastoid-cranial bone. The middle ear ligaments provide mobility to the connective tissue and attach it to the middle ear area with the help of air cells. The motor activity of the jaw joints itself is regulated by the plate of the lateral pterygoid joint. This type of joint is carried out with the help of small muscles that move the lower jaw - chewing.