Head Muscle

By
Earn Mild Poom
Mentalis muscle

Origin : anterior aspect of lower jaw

Insertion: skin of chin

The mentalist is a pair central muscle of the lower lip,

situated at the tip of the chin. The mentalis muscle
elevates and protrudes the lower lip and wrinkles the
skin of the chin.
Depressor labii inferioris muscle

Origin: Outer surface of lower jaw

Insertion: Skin of lower lip

The depressor labii inferioris muscle is located

in the jaw area. It is the muscle of the face that
draws the lower lip down.
Levator labii superioris alaeque nasi muscle

Origin : Upper frontal process upper jaw

Insertion: Skin of lateral nostril and upper lip

Levator labii superioris alaeque nasi is one of

the muscles of facial expression acting on the
mouth and nose. It acts to dilate the nostril and
raise the upper lip.
Levator labii superioris muscle

Origin: Medial infra-orbital margin

Insertion: Skin and muscle of upper lip

The levator labii superioris (or quadratus labii

superioris) is a muscle used in facial expression.Its
main function is to retract (depress) and/or everted
upper lip (sadness).
The orbicularis oris muscle

Origin: Near midline on anterior surface of

maxilla and mandible
Insertion : Mucous membrane of margin of lips

The orbicularis oris muscle is a muscle that

encircles the mouth. It lies between the skin
and the mucous membranes of the lips.it
causes the lips to close
Masseter muscle
ORIGIN: Anterior two thirds of zygomatic arch
and zygomatic process of maxilla.

INSERTION:Lateral surface of angle and lower

ramus of mandible

It is a thick quadrilateral muscle located in the

cheek. It is needed for chewing and performs
when it closes the jaws. It is made up of two
parts: superficial and deep.
Frontal Belly of Epicranius Muscle

ORIGIN: Occipital : highest nuchal line and mastoid

process. Frontal: superior fibers of upper facial
muscles

INSERTION:Galeal aponeurosis

The frontal belly of epicranius muscle (also known

as the frontalis muscle), with assistance from the
occipital belly, pulls the scalp back so that the
eyebrows are lifted and the forehead can wrinkle.
Galea aponeurotica
The galea aponeurotica is a muscle that
covers the upper part of the cranium
(skull). It works with other muscles to draw
back the scalp, raise the eyebrows, and
wrinkle the forehead in an expression of
surprise.
Orbicularis oculi muscle
ORIGIN : Medial orbital margin and lacrimal sac (orbital,
palpebral and lacrimal parts)

INSERTION : Lateral palpebral raphe

It is a ringlike band of muscle, called a sphincter muscle,

that surrounds the eye. It lies in the tissue of the eyelid
and causes the eye to close or blink. It compresses the
nearby tear gland, aiding the flow of tears over the
surface of the eye. Contraction of the muscle also
causes the appearance of folds or crow's feet that
radiate out from the outer corner of the eye.
Occipital belly of epicranius muscle
Origin: Superior nuchal line of the occipital bone
and mastoid process of the temporal bone

Insertion: Galea aponeurosis

Also known as the occipitalis muscle. It helps

extend the scalp so that the eyebrows can come
up and the forehead may wrinkle. This, along with
the frontalis muscle is one of two parts, or bellies,
of the epicranius.
Zygomaticus major muscle

Origin : Anterior of zygomatic

Insertion : Modiolus of mouth

It is a muscle of facial expression which draws the

angle of the mouth superiorly and posteriorly to
allow one to smile. Dimples are caused by bifid
zygomaticus major muscle.
Zygomaticus minor muscle
Origin : Zygomatic
Insertion : Orbicularis oculi

It draws the upper lip backward,

upward, and outward (used in making
sad facial expressions).
Risorius muscle or laughing muscle
Origin : Parotid fascia (parotid gland)
Insertion : Modiolus

It is responsible for creating facial

expressions. The risorius works by
expanding and contracting in an upward
and outward motion.
Nasalis muscle Origin : Maxilla (upper jaw)
Insertion : Nasal bone

The transverse section arises from the

maxilla and covers the bridge of the
nose. The alar is attached to the greater
alar (nostril) cartilage, which is situated
between the tissue of the nostril and the
lateral cartilage.

The muscle works like a sphincter or

ring-like, and it works as its alternative
name: to compress the nasal cartilage.
Temporalis Muscle
Origin : Temporal lines on the parietal bone of the
skull and the superior temporal surface of the
sphenoid bone.
Insertion : Coronoid process of the mandible

It's attached to the jaw and to the skull's temporal

bone, or temporal fossa. It is one of several chewing
muscles that is necessary for crushing and grinding
objects between the molars.
Injury of The zygomaticus major muscle
Myalgia strains : Common causes; Muscle tension in one or more areas of the
body, Overusing the muscle during physical activity, Injuring the muscle while
engaging in physically demanding work or exercise.

Treatment :

gently stretching the muscles

avoiding high-impact activities until after the muscle pain goes away

avoiding weight-lifting sessions until the muscle pain is resolved

giving yourself time to rest

doing stress-relieving activities and exercises such as yoga and meditation to relieve tension
Injury of eye muscle
Eye muscle strain: An eye disorder caused by strain on the eye muscles. The
eyes become tired when being used intensely such as occurs when working on
the computer, driving or reading, long periods of time straining to see in dim light
or extremely bright lights.

Treatment : Always seek professional medical advice about any treatment or

change in treatment plans. Resting the eyes usually resolves the problem unless
there is an underlying vision problem such as a refractive error
Exercise 1 (side-to-side)
- Start with your head facing forwards.
- Then move your head gently so that your chin moves towards your right
shoulder, as if you are looking to the right.
- When you have reached your limit, stop and return your head so that you are
facing forwards again.
- Then repeat by turning to your left, stopping at your limit, and then returning to
face forwards.
Exercise 2 (up-and-down)
- Start with your head facing forwards.
- Drop your jaw so that your mouth is held open slightly in a relaxed posture
- Then gently raise your head so that you are facing forwards again.
- Now, moving only in a vertical plane, gently put your head back as far as it will
go without forcing or straining.