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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Diagram illustrating the recurrent branch of the median nerve, highlighting its origin distal to the carpal tunnel and its innervation of the thenar muscles in the hand.
Encyclopaedia

Recurrent Branch of Median Nerve

by Kumail Jaffry

Illustration of intraperitoneal and retroperitoneal organs for anatomical reference.
Areas of the Abdomen

The Peritoneum

by Katie O'Neill

Illustration of the superficial muscles of the anterior forearm, including Flexor Carpi Ulnaris, Flexor Carpi Radialis, Palmaris Longus, and Pronator Teres.
Encyclopaedia

Palmaris Longus

by Dr Oliver Jones