Posterior superior alveolar artery

System Cardiovascular

Posterior superior alveolar artery

Definition

The posterior superior alveolar artery (posterior dental artery) is given off from the maxillary, frequently in conjunction with the infraorbital just as the trunk of the vessel is passing into the pterygopalatine fossa.

Also known as superior posterior alveolar artery — per UBERON

The Posterior superior alveolar artery is a part of the Cardiovascular.