Anatomy & SciencesQuestion 286 of 484
Which branch of the facial nerve (CN VII) is most relevant when an esthetician massages the cheek and area in front of the ear?
a.The zygomatic and buccal branches
b.The sciatic branch
c.The radial branch
d.The phrenic branch
Explanation
The zygomatic and buccal branches of the facial nerve run across the cheek and supply many muscles of facial expression in that area. Sciatic, radial, and phrenic nerves are not branches of CN VII.
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