Nasal surface
Facies nasalis
Definition
The nasal surface of the maxilla is the medial surface of the body of maxilla.
It contributes to the formation of the lateral wall of the nasal cavity and plays a role in the organization of the nasal meatuses and the support of the nasal turbinates, particularly the ventral nasal concha, which attaches to the conchal crest along this surface.
It also features several openings and grooves, including the opening of the maxillary sinus and the nasal foramina for the passage of blood vessels and nerves.
References
Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 1, Ostéologie, 5th edition, Vigot, Paris, 2017.
König HE, Lieibich HG. Veterinary Anatomy of Domestic mammals, 6th edition, Schattauer, Stuttgart, 2014.
Constantinescu GM, Schaller O. Illustrated veterinary anatomical nomenclature, 3rd Edition, Enke Verlag, Stuttgart, 2012.
