Trigeminal nerve: anatomy

Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .

Trigeminal nerve: anatomy. Ophthalmic (V1), Maxillary (V2), Mandibular (V3). Fully referenced neurology checklist.

Trigeminal nerve divisions

  • Ophthalmic (V1)
  • Maxillary (V2)
  • Mandibular (V3)

Trigeminal motor supply

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Ophthalmic (V1) division sensory supply

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Maxillary (V2) division sensory supply

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Mandibular (V3) division sensory supply

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References

  1. Sanders RD. The trigeminal (V) and facial (VII) cranial nerves: head and face sensation and movement. Psychiatry (Edgmont) 2010; 7:13-16.
  2. Greenly LW. Evaluating the cranial nerves: Cranial nerve V. J Chiropr Med. 2002 Winter; 1:38-41.

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