Overview
The masseter muscle is one of the 4 muscles of mastication: masseter, temporalis, medial pterygoid, lateral pterygoid. In addition, this muscle contributes to the lateral outline of the face and supports a tight jawline contour. The complex anatomy of this muscle and of the surrounding structures need to be respected when neuromodulators are injected. Although no injection simulations are performed, this video is best suited for briefly freshen up on nose anatomy prior to clinical treatments.
Treatment type: Relevant for Neuromodulator Injections
Facial region: Lateral Midface
Approach: Anatomic Review
Competency Level: Novice
Course duration: 6 minutes
Course type: Anatomy lecture with dissection videos performed by Prof. Sebastian Cotofana
Learning Objectives
- Identify masseter anatomy and distinguish it from nearby muscles as part of a focused masseter muscle course.
- Describe its role in facial movement and aesthetics.
- Analyze how masseter function affects facial shape.
- Apply anatomical knowledge gained from this masseter muscle online course to aesthetic treatment planning.
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