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The Stylohyoid is a member of the Suprahyoid Group, which is composed of the:
- Digastric
- Mylohyoid
- Geniohyoid
- Stylohyoid
ATTACHMENTS:
- The stylohyoid attaches from the styloid process of the temporal bone to the hyoid bone.
ACTIONS:
- Elevates the hyoid bone.
- Extends the head at the atlanto-occipital joint.
NOTE: The stylohyoid is the only member of the suprahyoid group (and the entire hyoid group) that does not have a line of pull (direct or indirect) upon the mandible.
