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Morphometric Analysis of the Supraorbital Foramen and Notch in the Population of Karnataka with Dermatological and Dental Implications

S. Kantharaj Naik, L.M. Akshay, Avinash Chandra and Kiran Tyagi
Page: 42-46 | Received 12 Oct 2024, Published online: 05 Dec 2024

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Abstract

The supraorbital foramen (SOF) and supraorbital notch (SON) are critical anatomical landmarks with significant clinical relevance in, head and neck surgery, dermatology, dentistry and maxillofacial surgery. Variations in the morphometry of these structures can impact surgical outcomes, local anesthesia efficacy and the management of supraorbital neuralgia. This study aims to analyze the morphometric characteristics of the SOF and SON in the population of Karnataka, India and to explore the implications of these findings in dermatological and dental practices. A total of 150 adult human skulls of known Karnataka origin were examined. The presence, location and dimensions of the SOF and SON were measured using digital calipers. The data were statistically analyzed to determine the frequency of occurrence and to explore any significant differences between the right and left sides. The SOF was present in 72% of the skulls, while the SON was observed in 28%. The mean transverse diameter of the SOF was 2.5mm (±0.5mm) and the mean vertical diameter was 3.1mm (±0.6mm). The mean distance from the midline to the SOF/SON was 25.4mm (±3.2mm). A significant variation was observed in the morphometric parameters between the right and left sides (p<0.05). The study provides crucial morphometric data on the SOF and SON in the Karnataka population. These findings have significant implications for dermatological and dental procedures, particularly in improving the accuracy of local anesthesia administration and minimizing the risk of nerve injury during surgical interventions.

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S. Kantharaj Naik, L.M. Akshay, Avinash Chandra and Kiran Tyagi. Morphometric Analysis of the Supraorbital Foramen and Notch in the Population of Karnataka with Dermatological and Dental Implications.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2025.1.42.46
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