Facial Anatomy: Bones & Muscles

A patient presents with forehead trauma affecting the upper part of their eye sockets. Which bone is MOST likely involved?

Which facial bone does NOT contribute directly to the structure of the eye socket (orbit)?

A surgeon is planning a reconstructive surgery involving both the cheekbone and the upper jaw. Which two bones are the primary focus of this procedure?

Damage to which facial structure would MOST directly impair a patient's ability to chew?

A professional boxer sustains an injury to the mid-face region. Bruising and swelling around the nose is apparent upon examination. Which bone is MOST likely fractured?

Damage to the temporal branch of the facial nerve would most likely result in the inability to perform which action?

Which artery provides the primary blood supply to the upper lip?

A patient presents with numbness in the forehead and upper eyelid. Which branch of the trigeminal nerve is most likely affected?

During a surgical procedure near the mandible, which anatomical structure should be carefully avoided to prevent loss of facial expression on one side?

Which facial muscle is primarily responsible for compressing the cheeks, such as when pursing the lips or blowing air?

A clinician is palpating the bony structure forming the prominence of the cheek. Which bone are they assessing?

If a patient has difficulty pursing their lips, which muscle is most likely affected?

Following a deep laceration to the chin, a patient experiences loss of sensation. Which nerve is MOST likely damaged?

In reconstructive surgery of the face, understanding the boundaries of which structures is MOST crucial for achieving natural-looking results and minimizing complications related to volume distribution?

What is the anatomical term for the point where the frontal and nasal bones meet, often used as a reference in facial measurements?