Mastication Flashcards
1
Q
How is the masseter involved in mastication
A
Elevated in the mandible - when biting
2
Q
How is the temporalis involved in mastication
A
Elevated and retracts the mandible
3
Q
How is the lateral pterygoid involved in mastication in the upper head
A
Controls articular disc position during closing
4
Q
How is the lateral pterygoid involved in mastication in the lower head
A
Anterior translation of mandibular head during opening
5
Q
How is the digastric involved in mastication
A
Opens mouth
