Muscle, Chin Transverse (M. Transversus Menti, Pna, Bna, Jna)

m. The transversa menti is the transverse mentalis muscle that is responsible for the vertical movement of the jaw and forms the anterior part of the mandible. Its contraction leads to the pulling of the chin forward and down, and its relaxation leads to a lowered position of the head. Anatomically, a muscle can be