KROK 1 Stomatology 2013 – Question 181 · KROK (Dentistry)
When processing a molar tooth with a dental cutter the dentist has by accident deeply wounded the patient's cheek and damaged not only the mucosa but also a muscle. Which muscle was hurt?
- A. Masticatory muscle
- B. Orbicular muscle of the mouth
- C. Buccal muscle
- D. Greater zygomatic muscle
- E. Mylohyoid muscle
Hint
Identify the muscle that forms the muscular basis of the cheek and lies directly under the buccal mucosa next to the molars.
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