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ADA NBDE National Board Dental Part I

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What two veins form the external jugular vein?

Anterior retromandibular and anterior facial
Maxillary vein and anterior facial
Posterior retromandibular and anterior retromandibular
Posterior auricular and posterior retromandibular

Explanation

Answer: D - The external jugular vein is formed by a communication between the posterior auricular and posterior retromandibular veins. This structure drains the skin, parotid gland, and musculature of the face and neck before emptying into the subclavian vein.

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