Masseter
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Introduction and overview[edit | edit source]
The masseter a primary muscle of mastication and it is one of the strongest of human muscles. It is responsible for the elevation of the mandible and some protraction[1], and also the chewing movement of the mandible at the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). It is a powerful superficial quadrangular muscle that originates from the zygomatic arch and inserts along the angle and lateral surface of the mandibular ramus. In this article, we will explore the anatomy, origin, insertion, and function of the masseter muscle, as well as its role in jaw pain and dysfunction, and therapeutic interventions.
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- ↑ Corcoran, N. M., & Goldman, E. M. (2019). Anatomy, head and neck, masseter muscle. Available: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK539869/
