The mandible is the largest bone in the human skull. It holds the lower teeth in place, it assists in mastication and forms the lower jawline. The mandible is composed of the body and the ramus and is located inferior to the maxilla.

What is the upper jaw?

(UH-per jaw) The bones that form the upper part of the jaw, the roof of the mouth, and parts of the eye socket and nose. The upper jaw holds the top teeth in place and supports muscles involved in chewing and facial expressions. It is a major bone in the face.

What is mandibular angle?

Medical Definition of mandibular angle

: an angle formed by the junction at the gonion of the posterior border of the ramus and the inferior border of the body of the mandible.