Surgical Anatomy of the Infratemporal Fossa

The infratemporal fossa is one of the most important anatomical regions in the head for dental and maxillofacial surgeons as it:

* contains the major nerves and vessels associated with teeth
* is the site of the temporomandibular joint and associated muscles that move the jaw
* is an important site implicated in the spread of dental infections
* is a site often involved in facial fractures
* is the route to the lateral skull base and middle cranial fossa
* can be the site of benign and malignant tumours

The aim of Surgical Anatomy of the Infratemporal Fossa is to provide a text that integrates the basic clinical and surgical anatomy of the regions. It contains comprehensive clinical coverage of the infratemporal fossa with chapters relating to the anatomy, local anaesthesia, spread of infection, trauma, tumours, surgical access and pain. The contributors are internationally recognised experts in their fields and the detailed text is accompanied by high quality illustrations (the majority in colour).

Contents:

• 1. Regional and Sectional Anatomy of the Infratemporal Fossa
• 2. The Temporomandibular Joint and Pterygopalatine Fossa
• 3. Local Anaesthesia and the Infratemporal Fossa
• 4. Infection and the Infratemporal Fossa and Associated Tissue Spaces
• 5. The Significance of the Infratemporal Fossa in Maxillofacial Trauma and Orthognathic Surgery
• 6. Tumours and Tumour-Like Disorders of the Infratemporal Fossa
• 7. Surgical Approaches to the Infratemporal Fossa
• 8. The Facial Nerve and the Parotid Gland
• 9. Trigeminal Pain