Tim Taylor is a senior writer at Innerbody Research focusing on human anatomy and physiology. Tim earned both his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and his Master's degree in Teaching from the University of Pittsburgh.

Last updated: Jan 31st, 2025

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The sphenoidal fontanelle, also called the sphenoid fontanel, is a membranous area in between a newborn's cranial bones. It can be found in between the sphenoid, parietal, temporal, and frontal bones; it closes at about three months after birth.

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