FAC FAC Facial Anatomy & Physiology

Question 1

Which layer of the skin contains collagen and elastin fibers responsible for skin firmness?

Accepted Answer

Dermis

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Epidermis

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Hypodermis

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Stratum corneum

Question 2

The nasolabial fold runs from which anatomical landmarks?

Accepted Answer

Nose wings to the corners of the mouth

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Corners of the mouth to the chin

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Inner eye corners to the nose tip

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Forehead to the cheekbones

Question 3

Which facial muscle is primarily responsible for raising the eyebrows?

Accepted Answer

Frontalis

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Orbicularis oculi

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Zygomaticus major

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Corrugator supercilii

Question 4

The superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) is significant in facial aesthetics because it:

Accepted Answer

Acts as the structural layer connecting skin to deeper facial muscles

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Produces sebum for skin hydration

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Contains the major blood supply to the face

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Generates collagen during wound healing

Question 5

Which nerve provides motor innervation to most muscles of facial expression?

Accepted Answer

Facial nerve (CN VII)

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Trigeminal nerve (CN V)

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Hypoglossal nerve (CN XII)

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Glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX)

Question 6

The Fitzpatrick skin type scale is used in facial aesthetics primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Classify skin by response to UV exposure and guide treatment selection

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Determine the patient's BMI

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Measure skin hydration levels

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Assess bone structure for filler placement