Zygomatic process of temporal bone

Definition

The zygomatic process of the temporal bone is a long, arched process projecting from the lower part of the squamous portion of the temporal bone. It articulates with the zygomatic bone. This process is at first directed lateralward, its two surfaces looking upward and downward; it then appears as if twisted inward upon itself, and runs forward, its surfaces now looking medialward and lateralward.

Also known as processus zygomaticus, processus zygomaticus ossis temporalis, temporal bone zygomatic process, temporal zygomatic process — per UBERON

The Zygomatic process of temporal bone is a part of the Musculoskeletal.

Also identified as

• SCTID 414110008 per UBERON