Angulated Styloid Process - A Case Report

Styloid process is a spinous projection from the temporal bone at the base of the cranium. Its dimensions are highly variable. Normally, the process is cylindrical, straight and tapers towards the tip but, occasionally it is angulated. The shape and the dimensions of the styloid process have great clinical significance since any morphological alterations of it may disturb the adjacent anatomical structures and their function which ultimately results in irritation and pain. The present study highlights the morphology, embryology, etiology and clinical implications of an angulated styloid process noticed during the osteology discussion with dental students.