Auriculotemporal Nerve
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Tim Taylor
Anatomy & Physiology Senior Writer
Tim Taylor is a senior writer at Innerbody Research focusing on human anatomy and physiology. Tim earned both his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and his Master's degree in Teaching from the University of Pittsburgh.
Last updated: May 5th, 2025
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The auriculotemporal nerve is a branching of the trigeminal nerve off the mandibular branch. It innervates the side of the face, including the ear.
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