FAC FAC Facial Anatomy & Physiology

Question 1

Which layer of the skin contains collagen and elastin fibers responsible for skin firmness?

Accepted Answer

Dermis

Answer

The dermis contains collagen and elastin fibers that provide skin with structural support and elasticity.

Question 2

The nasolabial fold runs from which anatomical landmarks?

Accepted Answer

Nose wings to the corners of the mouth

Answer

The nasolabial fold extends from the alar base of the nose to the corners of the mouth.

Question 3

Which facial muscle is primarily responsible for raising the eyebrows?

Accepted Answer

Frontalis

Answer

The frontalis muscle elevates the eyebrows and creates horizontal forehead lines when contracted.

Question 4

The superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) is significant in facial aesthetics because it:

Accepted Answer

Acts as the structural layer connecting skin to deeper facial muscles

Answer

The SMAS is a fibromuscular layer that connects facial skin to underlying muscles and is a key surgical and injection landmark.

Question 5

Which nerve provides motor innervation to most muscles of facial expression?

Accepted Answer

Facial nerve (CN VII)

Answer

The facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) branches throughout the face to control muscles of facial expression.

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