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What is the primary action of the dilator naris muscle?
What is the primary action of the dilator naris muscle?
- Pulls the ala of the nose laterally (correct)
- Closes the nasal aperture
- Wrinkles the skin of the nose
- Raises the eyebrows
Which muscle is responsible for wrinkling the skin between the eyebrows?
Which muscle is responsible for wrinkling the skin between the eyebrows?
- Zygomaticus major
- Corrugator supercilii
- Buccinator
- Procerus (correct)
What is the nerve supply for both the dilator naris and procerus muscles?
What is the nerve supply for both the dilator naris and procerus muscles?
- Accessory nerve
- Hypoglossal nerve
- Facial nerve (correct)
- Trigeminal nerve
Where does the dilator naris muscle originate?
Where does the dilator naris muscle originate?
Which of the following best describes the insertion point of the procerus muscle?
Which of the following best describes the insertion point of the procerus muscle?
What is the primary action of the mentalis muscle?
What is the primary action of the mentalis muscle?
Which nerve branch supplies the mentalis muscle?
Which nerve branch supplies the mentalis muscle?
What is the origin of the buccinator muscle?
What is the origin of the buccinator muscle?
Which function does the buccinator perform?
Which function does the buccinator perform?
Which of the following describes a role of the mentalis muscle?
Which of the following describes a role of the mentalis muscle?
What action does the buccinator assist with?
What action does the buccinator assist with?
The buccinator muscle aids in which of the following activities?
The buccinator muscle aids in which of the following activities?
Which part does the buccinator muscle insert into?
Which part does the buccinator muscle insert into?
Which layer of the scalp is referred to as the 'dangerous layer'?
Which layer of the scalp is referred to as the 'dangerous layer'?
Why does a clean wound in the scalp heal promptly?
Why does a clean wound in the scalp heal promptly?
What occurs when an incised wound involving the first three layers of the scalp is made along the coronal plane?
What occurs when an incised wound involving the first three layers of the scalp is made along the coronal plane?
What is a peculiarity of the loose areolar tissue layer that contributes to swelling?
What is a peculiarity of the loose areolar tissue layer that contributes to swelling?
Which vascular feature is notable in the drainage system of the face?
Which vascular feature is notable in the drainage system of the face?
What is the consequence of bleeding occurring in the loose areolar tissue layer of the scalp?
What is the consequence of bleeding occurring in the loose areolar tissue layer of the scalp?
What is the primary action of the occipitofrontalis muscle?
What is the primary action of the occipitofrontalis muscle?
What is one of the reasons for heavy bleeding when a wound involves only the first two layers of the scalp?
What is one of the reasons for heavy bleeding when a wound involves only the first two layers of the scalp?
What is the main action of the Orbicularis Oris muscle?
What is the main action of the Orbicularis Oris muscle?
Which nerve branch supplies the Levator Labii Superioris muscle?
Which nerve branch supplies the Levator Labii Superioris muscle?
Where does the Levator Labii Superioris muscle originate?
Where does the Levator Labii Superioris muscle originate?
What action does the Levator Labii Superioris perform in conjunction with other facial muscles?
What action does the Levator Labii Superioris perform in conjunction with other facial muscles?
Which of the following is NOT an action associated with the Orbicularis Oris muscle?
Which of the following is NOT an action associated with the Orbicularis Oris muscle?
What is the primary action of the Levator labii superioris muscle?
What is the primary action of the Levator labii superioris muscle?
Which nerve supplies the Zygomaticus major muscle?
Which nerve supplies the Zygomaticus major muscle?
Where does the Zygomaticus major muscle originate?
Where does the Zygomaticus major muscle originate?
What action is associated with the Zygomaticus major muscle?
What action is associated with the Zygomaticus major muscle?
What is the insertion point for the Levator labii superioris muscle?
What is the insertion point for the Levator labii superioris muscle?
Which of the following muscles assists in dilating the nostril?
Which of the following muscles assists in dilating the nostril?
Which structure blends with the fibres of the Zygomaticus major muscle?
Which structure blends with the fibres of the Zygomaticus major muscle?
What is the origin point of the Levator labii superioris muscle?
What is the origin point of the Levator labii superioris muscle?
Study Notes
Muscles of the Head
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Mentalis
- Origin: Mandible
- Insertion: Skin of the chin
- Nerve Supply: Mandibular branch of the facial nerve
- Action: Raises lower lip, wrinkles skin of the chin, assists in protruding and everting the lower lip, important in drinking and expressing doubt or disdain.
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Buccinator
- Origin: Alveolar processes of maxillary bone and mandible, pterygomandibular raphe
- Insertion: Fibres of the orbicularis oris
- Nerve Supply: Buccal branch of the facial nerve
- Action: Compresses cheeks against teeth, aids in mastication and actions like blowing.
Layers of the Scalp
- Five distinct layers, important for understanding surgical implications and injuries:
- 1. Skin
- 2. Connective tissue
- 3. Aponeurosis (tendinous sheet of occipitofrontalis)
- 4. Loose areolar tissue (considered the "dangerous layer")
- Features a potential space, allowing for rapid spread of infection or edema.
- 5. Pericranium
- The periosteum of skull bones.
Importance of the 4th Layer
- Known as the "dangerous layer" due to its potential for rapid swelling and infection spread.
- Clean wounds in the scalp heal well because:
- Highly vascularized, ensuring efficient blood supply.
- Specific wound characteristics:
- Incised wounds along the coronal plane gape due to lacking underlying support.
- Wounds in the first two layers bleed profusely; bleeding in the 4th layer is diffuse and can lead to facial swelling.
- Bleeding under the 5th layer is confined, often relating to specific cranial bones.
Facial Muscles
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Dilator Naris
- Origin: Maxilla
- Insertion: Ala of the nose
- Nerve Supply: Buccal branch of the facial nerve
- Action: Widens the nasal aperture.
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Procerus
- Origin: Nasal bone
- Insertion: Skin between eyebrows
- Nerve Supply: Buccal branch of the facial nerve
- Action: Wrinkles skin of the nose, pulls down the medial ends of eyebrows.
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Orbicularis Oris
- Origin: Maxilla, mandible, and skin surrounding the mouth
- Nerve Supply: Buccal and mandibular branches of the facial nerve
- Action: Compresses the lips together.
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Levator Labii Superioris
- Origin: Maxilla above the infraorbital foramen
- Insertion: Upper lip (supra- and alaeque nasi)
- Nerve Supply: Zygomatic and buccal branches of the facial nerve
- Action: Elevates and everts the upper lip, modifies nasolabial furrows.
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Zygomaticus Major
- Origin: Zygomatic bone
- Insertion: Blends with orbicularis oris at the mouth
- Nerve Supply: Zygomatic and buccal branches of the facial nerve
- Action: Draws angle of the mouth upwards and laterally, as in laughing.
Blood and Lymphatic Supply of the Face
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Emissary Veins
- Importance: Valveless, allowing pus or infection to flow from face into the skull, leading to severe complications.
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Blood supply and lymphatic drainage play critical roles in facial health and infection response.
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Description
This quiz covers the anatomy of the head, focusing on the muscles like Mentalis and Buccinator, and the five layers of the scalp. Understanding these structures is crucial for both clinical practices and the study of human anatomy. Test your knowledge on their origins, actions, and nerve supplies.
