Skull · Flat bone
Vomer
The vomer is a thin, flat bone that forms the lower part of the nasal septum — the wall dividing the two nostrils.
What it is
The vomer is a single, thin, plough-shaped bone in the midline of the nose.
Where it is
The midline of the nasal cavity, forming the lower part of the septum.
What it does
Forms the bony part of the nasal septum, helping divide the nose into two passages.
When things go wrong
Common injuries and conditions
- Deviated septum (often involves the cartilage and vomer)
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Did you know?
An interesting fact
The name "vomer" comes from the Latin for "ploughshare", which its shape resembles.
Answers
Vomer: frequently asked questions
What is the vomer?
The vomer is a thin flat bone forming the lower part of the nasal septum, the wall between the two nostrils.
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Sources
Where this is drawn from
- NHS — Anatomy and body systems
- Gray's Anatomy for Students (Drake, Vogl, Mitchell)
- TeachMeAnatomy — skeletal system
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