Sinus Video  

The four pairs of sinuses include the:

  • frontal sinuses (highlighted in red)
  • maxillary sinuses (highlighted in blue)
  • ethmoid sinuses (highlighted in yellow)
  • sphenoid sinuses (highlighted in orange)
The sinuses moisten and warm air that is filtered by the nose and play a role in voice resonation.

 

 
Review Date: February 7, 2002

Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team

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