Organs of the Head

Overview

The organs of the head support vital sensory and functional roles including hearing, vision, taste, smell and oral processing. This section introduces the major organ systems located within the cranial and facial regions.

Key Structures

Topics include the ear, eye, nose and paranasal sinuses, salivary glands and the oral cavity. Each page outlines structure, function and anatomical relationships.

Clinical Relevance and Learning Focus

Understanding head organ anatomy is essential for evaluating sensory deficits, infections, dental problems and airway-related conditions. Knowledge supports examination, imaging and surgical assessment.

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The Mouth

  • The Palate
  • Child and Adult Dentition
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The Ear

  • The Eustachian (Auditory) Tube
  • The Inner Ear
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The Eye

  • The Lacrimal Gland
  • The Eyelids
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The Nose and Sinuses

  • The External Nose
  • The Paranasal Sinuses
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The Salivary Glands

  • The Sublingual Gland
  • The Submandibular Gland
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Illustration showing the course and supply of the right gastric artery along the lesser curvature of the stomach.
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Gastric Artery (Right)

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Diagram illustrating the circumflex scapular artery passing through the triangular space into the posterior scapular region.
Anatomical Areas

The Triangular Space

by Dr Oliver Jones

Illustration of the muscles of the medial thigh with anterior compartment muscles removed, highlighting the adductor group.
Encyclopaedia

Adductor Longus

by Dr Oliver Jones