Canalis sinuosus

Canalis Sinuosus

The Canalis Sinuosus is a structure found in the anatomy of the human skull. It is a canal that runs through the maxilla, one of the two bones that form the upper jaw. The Canalis Sinuosus carries the anterior superior alveolar nerve and vessels.

Anatomy

The Canalis Sinuosus begins at the infraorbital canal, which is located in the maxilla near the eye socket. It then runs downward and forward, following a curved or sinuous path (hence the name "sinuosus"), and ends near the maxillary central incisors.

The canal is typically very narrow, with a diameter of only a few millimeters. However, its size can vary among individuals and may be larger in some people.

Clinical Significance

The Canalis Sinuosus is of particular interest to dentists and oral surgeons, as it can pose challenges during certain dental procedures. For example, during the placement of dental implants in the upper jaw, care must be taken to avoid damaging the canal and the structures it contains.

Damage to the Canalis Sinuosus can result in paresthesia, a sensation of tingling or numbness, in the area supplied by the anterior superior alveolar nerve. This can affect the patient's sense of taste and their ability to feel temperature and touch in the affected area.

See Also

• Maxilla
• Dental implant
• Paresthesia