Skin over the prominence of the cheek is supplied by _______________?
Correct answer: A. Zygomaticofacial
- A. Zygomaticofacial
- B. Zygmoaticotemporal
- C. Auriculotemporal
- D. Infra trochlear
Explanation
The zygomaticofacial nerve, a branch of the maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve, emerges through the zygomatic bone to supply skin over the cheek prominence. The zygomaticotemporal nerve instead supplies the anterior temporal region.
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