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Which branch of the facial nerve extends to the muscles of the temple, side of the forehead, eyebrow, eyelid, and upper cheek?

  1. Temporal

  2. Cervical

  3. Zygomatic nerve

  4. Auriculo temporal nerve

The correct answer is: Temporal

The Temporal branch of the facial nerve extends to the muscles of the temple, side of the forehead, eyebrow, eyelid, and upper cheek. The other options are incorrect because B: The cervical branch of the facial nerve extends to the muscles of the neck and lower part of the face. C: The zygomatic nerve is a branch of the trigeminal nerve and provides sensation to the cheek and part of the nose. D: The auriculo temporal nerve is a branch of the mandibular nerve and provides sensation to the temple and side of the head.