Definitions:

1. A branch of the external carotid artery that plays a crucial role in vascularizing the facial tissues. NOUN
   • The surgeon carefully avoided the facial artery during the procedure to prevent excessive bleeding.
2. A significant blood vessel in the human body that supplies oxygenated blood to the structures of he face. NOUN
   • The facial artery can be palpated near the lower border of the jaw, just in front of the masseter muscle.

Synonyms:

• arteria facialis
• external maxillary artery
• face artery
• facial blood vessel