Geniohyoid

Definition

The geniohyoid is a narrow muscle that runs from the chin (mental symphysis) to the hyoid bone, playing a crucial role in swallowing and speech. It assists in depressing the mandible and elevating the hyoid bone.

Related terms

Hyoid Bone:

A U-shaped bone in the neck that supports the tongue and serves as an attachment point for muscles involved in swallowing.

Mandible:

The lower jawbone, which is the largest and strongest bone in the human face, involved in chewing and forming facial expressions.

Swallowing: A complex process involving multiple muscles and nerves that allows food to pass from the mouth through the pharynx and into the esophagus