Which bones form the bridge of the nose?

• A. Nasal Septum
• B. Nasal Bones
• C. Zygomatic Bones
• D. Frontal Bone

Answer: (B)

The bridge of the nose is formed by the nasal bones. These two small bones meet at the midline to create the bony dorsum of the nose and articulate with the frontal bone at the top, helping shape the central contour of the face. The nasal septum is the internal partition that separates the nasal cavities, made of the perpendicular plate of the ethmoid and vomer, plus cartilage. The zygomatic bones are the cheekbones that contribute to the sides of the face and the rims of the orbits, not the nasal bridge. The frontal bone forms the forehead and the upper portion of the eye sockets, not the central bridge of the nose.