Quick Facts
Origin: Submental triangle.
Course: Passes laterally over the submandibular gland near the angle of the mandible to drain into facial vein.
Tributaries: Submandibular vein.
Drainage: Submental region.
Origin
The submental vein originates from a network of vessels situated inside the submental triangle.
Course
Following its origin inside the submental triangle, the submental vein turns laterally, passes over the submandibular gland near the angle of the mandible and drains into the facial vein.
Tributaries
There are no named tributaries; however, the submental vein may communicate with the anterior jugular veins.
Structures Drained
The submental vein drains the muscles and superficial tissues inside the submental triangle.
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Facial Vein
It is formed by the union of the facial vein, which extends along the ventral margin of the masseter muscle, and the lingual vein, which extends ventromedially in draining the mandible, lower lip, and tongue.
