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pogonion

pogonion

9.9
A point on the front of the chin that sticks out most
  • noun
  • /ˈpoʊɡəˌniːən/
  • Specialized
: pogonión
  • The surgeon marked the location of the pogonion before the procedure.

Examples

  • In orthodontics, the pogonion is used as a reference point for analyzing facial structure.

  • The pogonion is a crucial landmark in facial surgery.

  • On the X-ray, the pogonion appeared slightly asymmetrical.

  • Can you locate the pogonion on this diagram?

  • In orthodontics, the pogonion is used as a reference point for analyzing facial structure.

  • On the X-ray, the pogonion appeared slightly asymmetrical.

  • The surgeon marked the location of the pogonion before the procedure.

Synonyms

craniometric point
vspogonion
  • Specialized
9.9

A spot on the skull used to measure its shape

is the most forward point on the front of the chin used for measuring

Surface Forms

pogonion singular
pogonions plural

Morphology

pogonion = pogon (opaque) = pogon + ion

The combining form 'pogon-' is not a familiar English word for average learners, and the technical nominal suffix produces a specialized anatomical term.

Etymology

Pogonion comes from the Greek root pogon meaning 'beard' and the small ending -ion; it names the exact point on the chin where a beard would grow, so doctors and dentists use it for the most forward point of the chin.