KROK 1 Stomatology 2013 – Question 109 · KROK (Dentistry)
During manipulations aimed at treatment of mandible dislocation a physician should pay particular attention to a muscle that pulls the capsule and articular disc of the temporomandibular joint forward. What muscle is it?
- A. M. pterygoideus medialis
- B. M. masseter
- C. M. temporalis
- D. M. mylohyoideus
- E. M. pterygoideus lateralis
Hint
Think about which masticatory muscle inserts not only on the condylar process but also on the TMJ capsule and articular disc.
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