Jawbone (Mandible)

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Facts About Jawbone (Mandible) For Kids

Basic Structure & Appearance

Your jawbone’s scientific name is the “mandible,” and it’s the largest and strongest bone in your entire face!

The jawbone is shaped like a horseshoe and is the only bone in your face that can move up and down and side to side!

Your jawbone is made up of special living tissue that contains thousands of tiny blood vessels to keep it healthy and strong!

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