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What are the nerves around the face, head and scalp called?

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Many: There are many nerves in the head and neck area from facial nerve to trigeminal nerve to a plethora of other nerves that innervate different parts of the head and neck. A good anatomy book will give you much detail.

Answered 9/29/2016

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