otsapuoli

Otsapuoli is a Finnish term that translates to "forehead side" or "temple area" in English. It refers to the region of the head located on either side of the forehead, between the hairline and the ear. This area is anatomically characterized by the frontal bone of the skull and overlying soft tissues, including skin, subcutaneous fat, and muscles. The superficial temporal artery and vein run through this region, which can be a common site for headaches. In some contexts, otsapuoli might be used to describe a part of the face or head in a more general sense, often when discussing pain, injuries, or cosmetic features. It is not a specific anatomical landmark with a precise boundary but rather a descriptive term for a general area. The term is primarily used in everyday Finnish conversation rather than in formal medical or scientific literature.