Functions
The shape of the bone facilitates hearing process. It protects the base of the brain and parotid gland located near the ear. It also protects a number of blood vessels in the vicinity. It forms the joint of the jaw along with the mandible (jaw bone) called as temporo-mandibular joint. This joint facilitates chewing.
Disease/Injury/Fractures
Trauma or blow and fracture of temporal bone can cause hearing loss, injure brain and even cause death.
Interesting fact(s)
Pressure applied to the temples with thumbs while placing fingers on forehead for 30 seconds helps relieve the headache.
