The Mentalis Muscle Inserts on The

Question

The mentalis muscle inserts on the
A) orbicularis oris.
B) skin of the chin.
C) angle of the mouth.
D) hyoid bone.
E) skin around the eyelids.

Accepted Answer

The mentalis muscle is a small muscle located in the chin region. It originates on the mandible and inserts on the skin of the chin, causing it to wrinkle and dimple when contracted.