Platysma Muscle

Question 1

Where is the origin for the Platysma Muscle?

Answer 1

Skin superficial to the clavicle or shoulder

Question 2

Where is the insertion for the Platysma Muscle?

Answer 2

Inferior border of the Mandible

Question 3

What is the action of the Platysma Muscle?

Answer 3

raises the skin of the neck and pulls down the corners of the mouth

Question 4

Describe the Platysma Muscle

Answer 4

This is a very, very thin large and Superficial Muscle

Question 5

What is the innervation for the Platyma Muscle?

Answer 5

Cranial Nerve VII

facial Nerve