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Muscles of Mastication – Origin, Insertion, Supply & Functions

November 4, 2012 By Dr. Chetan 1 Comment

median and lateral pterygoid

The muscles of mastication are the muscles that are needed for mastication. Mainly it is in the movement of the mandible that the help of these muscles is required since it is the only movable bone in the skill. The Lateral Pterygoid, Masseter muscle, Medial Pterygoid and the Temporalis are the main muscles taking part […]

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What is Motor Nerve & Motor Neuron

October 25, 2011 By Dr. Chetan Leave a Comment

motor nerve unit

Motor Nerve Impulses form the central nervous system, which are responsible for triggering muscle contraction, are carried by a nerve called a motor nerve. Motor nerves control every voluntary muscle in the body. Thus, a motor nerve is involved whenever some decides to make a movement. To control their voluntary muscles, this highly effective system […]

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