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Hypoglossal nerve (XII)
The hypoglossal nerve (XII) leaves the skull through the hypoglossal canal and curves forward towards the tongue. The displayed head/upper-neck path is schematic; tongue muscles are not currently modeled.
Function
Motor supply to most tongue muscles; palatoglossus is supplied through the vagus nerve.
Source: NCBI: Hypoglossal nerve
Related structures
Hypoglossal canal · Vagus nerve (X) · Lingual nerve · Hyoid bone
This text is a draft and has not yet been reviewed by a dental professional. Educational reference only, not for diagnosis or treatment.