Muscles of the Head and Neck

Front

What is the function of the Occipitalis muscle?

Back

The Occipitalis muscle is responsible for moving the scalp backward.

Front

What is the primary action of the Frontalis muscle?

Back

The Frontalis muscle raises the eyebrows and wrinkles the forehead.

Front

What does the Corrugator muscle do?

Back

The Corrugator muscle draws the eyebrows together, creating vertical wrinkles on the forehead.

Front

What is the role of the Zygomaticus Minor muscle?

Back

The Zygomaticus Minor muscle helps in smiling by elevating the upper lip.

Front

What is the function of the Orbicularis Oculi muscle?

Back

The Orbicularis Oculi muscle closes the eyelids and helps in blinking.

Front

What is the primary action of the Zygomaticus muscle?

Back

The Zygomaticus muscle elevates the corners of the mouth, contributing to smiling.

Front

What is the Buccinator muscle's role?

Back

The Buccinator muscle compresses the cheeks against the teeth, aiding in chewing.

Front

What does the Orbicularis Oris muscle do?

Back

The Orbicularis Oris muscle encircles the mouth and is responsible for closing and puckering the lips.

Front

What is the significance of the Sternocleidomastoid muscle?

Back

The Sternocleidomastoid muscle allows for rotation and flexion of the head.

Front

What is the function of the Platysma muscle?

Back

The Platysma muscle tenses the skin of the neck and helps in depressing the mandible.