prostomion

The prostomion is a craniometric landmark located at the most anterior and inferior point of the lower border of the maxilla, in the midline. It is essentially the most prominent point of the chin. This anatomical reference point is used in various fields, including anthropology, forensic science, and dentistry, to measure and describe facial structure. Its position can be influenced by factors such as genetics, age, and dental occlusion. In forensic anthropology, the prostomion can be used to estimate age and sex, as well as to reconstruct facial features from skeletal remains. In orthodontics and maxillofacial surgery, precise measurements involving the prostomion are crucial for diagnosing and treating skeletal discrepancies and planning surgical interventions. The relative position of the prostomion to other facial landmarks, such as the glabella (the most prominent point between the eyebrows) and the gnathion (the lowest point of the chin), provides valuable information about facial profile and symmetry.