MENTALIS MUSCLE

MENTALIS MUSCLE

The mentalis muscle is present in the chin area, inferior to the lower lip.

Origin

Mandible

Insertion

Dermis of the chin.

Blood supply

Facial artery.

Nerve supply

Facial nerve.

Action

It helps in movement of the lower lip, thereby causing wrinkling of the chin.

Disease/Injury

Geniospasm is a rare genetic disorder affecting the mentalis muscle in which there is uncontrollable, involuntary shaking of the chin and lower lip.

Interesting facts

This muscle is used to express doubt.

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