In newborns, the skull is still made up of several flat bones that are very loosely joined together or not joined at all. The soft spots on top and near the back of a baby’s head are called ...

If a mild to severe flat spot remains even after trying these steps for four to eight weeks, some doctors may prescribe a head-shaping helmet for your baby to wear before the skull bones fully ...

The skull bones allow passage of the nasal sinuses, which are intrinsic to breathing. The skull protects the eyes and the inner structure of the ears to promote the senses of vision and hearing.

Researchers do not fully understand what causes bone cancer, including on the skull. Chordomas are more common in midlife, and males are twice as likely to get them than females.