A region of the body which extends from the tallest point of the individual (vertex) to the level of the mylohyoid diaphragm which marks the junction with the neck. It is the most superior region of the body.

It consists of the following parts

Anterior

	Forehead
	Sinciput
	Brow
	Face Eyes Nose Lips

Lateral

Auricle/pinna

Posterior

Occiput

Superior

	Crown
	Vertex