Parotid fascia continues anteriorly as:
Correct Answer: Masseteric fascia
Description: Between the angle of mandible and the tip of mastoid process the investing layer splits to enclose the parotid gland. The superficial part forms the parotidomassetric fascia while the deep part extends to the base of skull to form the 'stylomandibular ligament'.
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