Laboratory 27.
Infratemporal Fossa
Step 1.
Reflection of the Parotid Gland and Associated Structures
Click image to view full screen
In preparation for defining and examining the contents of the infratemporal fossa, it is necessary to reflect superficial structures of the face.
Reflect laterally the parotid duct and gland
,
branches of the facial nerve (CN VII)
, and
transverse facial artery and vein
[held by forceps].
, branches of the facial nerve (CN VII) , and transverse facial artery and vein [held by forceps].
, branches of the facial nerve (CN VII) , and transverse facial artery and vein [held by forceps].