Which Muscle of Mastication Attaches Directly into the Temporomandibular Joint

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which muscle of mastication attaches directly into the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ?

• A)temporalis
• B)masseter
• C)lateral pterygoid
• D)medial pterygoid

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