Muscles of Mastication (Chewing) Flashcards

1
Q

Masseter

A

Helps with elevation, and protraction of the mandible bone.

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2
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Temporalis

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helps with elevation

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3
Q

Medial pterygoid

A

Minor contribution with protrusion of the mandible

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4
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Lateral ptyergoid

A

Only muscle to help with depression of the mandible.

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