Branches
of this nerve include ophthalmic, maxilallary and mandibular:
Test Pterygoids,
Temporal, and Masseter Muscle Strength
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Ask patient
to both open their mouth and clench their teeth.
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Palpate
the temporal and massetter muscles as they do this.
Test
the Three Divisions for Pain Sensation
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Explain
what you intend to do.
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Use a
suitable sharp object to test the forehead, cheeks, and
jaw on both sides.
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Substitute
a blunt object occasionally and ask the patient to
report "sharp" or "dull."
If you find
and abnormality then:
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Test
the three divisions for temperature sensation with a
tuning fork.
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Test
for sensation to light touch using a wisp of cotton.
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