02/19/2026
Cranial Nerve V – The Trigeminal Nerve 👑
CN V: The powerhouse of facial sensation + chewing coordination.
✨ Feels:
• Face
• Lips
• Teeth
• Tongue (general sensation, anterior 2/3)
✨ Moves:
• Muscles of mastication (hello jaw stability + chewing strength)
In myofunctional therapy, CN V matters big time.
If chewing is weak, jaw shifts, or there’s facial tension… I’m thinking trigeminal.
Because efficient chewing = better digestion, airway support, and facial development. 💪🦷