Question 258 · LDEK · Mandibular movements and articulators
Which muscle takes part in the protrusion of the mandible?
- A. mostly medial pterygoid muscle.
- B. medial pterygoid and lateral muscles.
- C. mostly lateral pterygoid muscle.
- D. medial pterygoid and temporalis muscles.
- E. medial pterygoid, temporalis and masseter muscles.
Hint
Identify the muscle that pulls the condyles and articular discs forward along the articular eminence.
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