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Extrinsic tongue muscles Flashcards

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Genioglossus

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Origin: Mandible

Insertion: Tongue - up to dorsal surface

Action: Protrudes tongue

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Hyoglossus

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Origin: Hyoid bone

Insertion: Lateral side of tongue

Action: Depresses tongue

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Styloglossus

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Origin: Temporal bone

Insertion: Lateral side of tongue

Action: Draws tongue superiorly and posteriorly

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