Anterior Deep Temporal Artery (Left)
Arteria temporalis profunda anterior
Read moreQuick Facts
Origin: Maxillary artery.
Course: Ascends between the temporalis muscle and the epicranium.
Branches: None.
Supplied Structures: Temporalis muscle.
Related parts of the anatomy
Origin
The anterior deep temporal artery arises from the maxillary artery as it passes between the ramus of the mandible and the lateral pterygoid muscle.
Course
The anterior deep temporal artery ascends above the level of the zygomatic arch, under the cover of the tendon of the temporalis muscle. The artery then travels between the temporalis muscle and the pericranium, thus producing grooves within the bone.
Branches
There are no named branches, however, the anterior deep temporal artery anastomoses with the middle temporal branch of the superficial temporal artery. Additionally, the anterior deep temporal artery anastomosis with the lacrimal artery by ramifications that perforate the zygomatic bone and greater wing of the sphenoid bone.
Supplied Structures
The anterior deep temporal artery supplies the anterior portion of the temporalis muscle.
