nasomental reflex


na·so·men·tal re·flex

contraction of the mentalis muscle after a tap on the side of the nose.

nasomental reflex

Contraction of the mentalis muscle with elevation of lower lip and wrinkling of skin of chin. The reflex is elicited by percussion of the side of the nose. See also: reflex

na·so·men·tal re·flex

(nāzō-mentăl rēfleks) Contraction of mentalis muscle after a tap on side of nose.