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Strengthen your understanding of head and neck musculature with the Orofacial Anatomy Chapter 4: Muscular System Test Bank with Solution. This comprehensive study resource includes 100% verified with correct questions and answers, covering key topics such as facial expression muscles, mastication muscles, origin and insertion points, innervation, blood supply, functional biomechanics, temporomandibular joint relationships, muscle coordination, oral movements, speech and swallowing mechanics, clinical correlations, anatomical landmarks, and common muscular disorders affecting the orofacial region. Designed to reinforce classroom learning, improve anatomical visualization, and enhance exam readiness, this resource helps dental and hygiene students prepare confidently for quizzes, coursework, and examinations throughout 2025/ 2026.

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muscle movement is by our neural control causing the muscle to
shorten in action (true or false)

true

define origin

the end of the muscle that is attached to the LEAST MOVEABLE
structure

define insertion

the end that is attached to the MORE MOVEABLE structure

__________ moves toward _________ causing the muscle to arise during
contraction (aka: action of the muscle)

INSERTION moves toward ORIGIN causing the muscle to arise during
contraction

what are the 6 groups of the head and neck?

1. cervical muscles
2. muscles of mastication
3. hyoid muscles
4. muscles of facial expression
5. muscles of the tongue
6. muscle of the pharynx




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what is the function of cervical muscles?

to hold and stabilize the head and position the head to the rest of the
body

cervical muscles: sternocleidomastoid muscle

-largest, paired
-ORIGIN: medial part of clavicle
-INSERTION: mastoid process
-ACTION: rotation of head
-divides the neck into anterior and posterior cervical triangles




cervical muscles: trapezius muscle

-ORIGIN: external surface of occipital bone and posterior midline of the
cervical and thoracic regions
-INSERTION: lateral 3rd of clavicle and parts of scapula
-ACTION: lifts clavicle and scapula




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