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Which nerve primarily innervates the upper eyelid?

  1. Ophthalmic branch of the trigeminal nerve (V1)
  2. Maxillary branch of the trigeminal nerve (V2)
  3. Mandibular branch of the trigeminal nerve (V3)
  4. Facial nerve (VII)
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Correct answer: A. Ophthalmic branch of the trigeminal nerve (V1)

The UPPER EYELID (sensory) is innervated by the OPHTHALMIC BRANCH (V1) of the trigeminal nerve — specifically the frontal nerve (supraorbital and supratrochlear branches) and lacrimal nerve. V2 (maxillary) supplies the lower eyelid via the infraorbital nerve. V3 mandibular supplies lower face/jaw. The facial nerve (VII) provides MOTOR innervation to the orbicularis oculi muscle (closes eye) but NOT sensory. A is correct for primary sensory innervation.

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