Intro to Face

Front

What is the function of the Orbicularis Oris muscle?

Back

The Orbicularis Oris muscle encircles the mouth and is responsible for closing the lips, puckering, and controlling movements of the lips.

Front

Which cranial nerve innervates the facial muscles?

Back

The facial nerve (Cranial Nerve VII) innervates the muscles of facial expression.

Front

What is Bell's Palsy?

Back

Bell's Palsy is a condition that causes sudden, temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles on one side of the face, often due to inflammation of the facial nerve.

Front

What is the role of the Zygomaticus Major muscle?

Back

The Zygomaticus Major muscle is responsible for elevating the corners of the mouth, contributing to smiling.

Front

What are the branches of the Trigeminal nerve?

Back

The Trigeminal nerve (Cranial Nerve V) has three major branches: Ophthalmic (V1), Maxillary (V2), and Mandibular (V3).

Front

What is the function of the Temporalis muscle?

Back

The Temporalis muscle is involved in the elevation and retraction of the mandible, playing a key role in chewing.

Front

What is the significance of the Ophthalmic nerve (V1)?

Back

The Ophthalmic nerve (V1) is responsible for sensory innervation to the forehead, upper eyelid, and parts of the nose.

Front

What is the function of the Masseter muscle?

Back

The Masseter muscle is a primary muscle of mastication that elevates the mandible to close the jaw.

Front

What is the Orbicularis Oculi muscle responsible for?

Back

The Orbicularis Oculi muscle encircles the eye and is responsible for closing the eyelids and aiding in blinking.

Front

What is the role of the Platysma muscle?

Back

The Platysma muscle is a superficial muscle that helps in depressing the mandible and tensing the skin of the neck.