Blood supply of coronoid process of mandible is primarily from_____________?

Correct answer: B. Deep temporal artery

  • A. Inferior alveolar artery
  • B. Deep temporal artery
  • C. Facial artery
  • D. Middle meningeal artery

Explanation

The deep temporal arteries, branches of the maxillary artery, ascend to supply the temporalis and give the main arterial supply to the coronoid process. The inferior alveolar artery mainly supplies the mandibular canal, teeth and chin region.

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