Anterior jugular vein

Submental triangle

Omental bursa

Submental lymph nodes

Stage 6 - Mandibular Molar Infection Pathway 4 - 3D model by University of Dundee, CAHID (@anatomy_dundee)

Lauren Meffen -Speech Pathologist- Head & Neck Cancer Specialist on Instagram: "Submental lymphatics matter more than you think 👇 The submental lymph nodes (Level IA) drain: • Anterior floor of mouth • Lower lip • Anterior tongue • Chin In head & neck cancer patients, this region is high-risk for radiation-associated edema and fibrosis, especially after oral cavity or anterior tongue treatment. ➡️ If you’re not assessing and treating the submental space, you’re missing a key piece of lymphatic