THE HEAD - the face Flashcards
1
Q
What is unsual/unique about the muscles of the face?
A
they do not act as lever muscles; they do not attach to bone at both origin and insertion
2
Q
Which muscles lack any attachment to bone?
A
orbicularis oris, procerus and risorius
3
Q
What is the source of innervation for all muscles of facial expression?
A
facial nerve branches
4
Q
Which divisions of the trigeminal nerve receive sensory information from the face?
A
all 3 divisions: ophthalmic nerve, maxillary nerve, and mandibular nerve
