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The Lateral Pterygoid Muscle is the only muscle of mastication that protrudes the lower jaw and opens the mouth. With its two-headed structure, it plays a critical role in the movements of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Anatomy Morphology and Connection Points The Lateral Pterygoid Muscle is the only muscle with a horizontal course among the muscles of mastication and has two heads. The upper head originates from the infratemporal surface of the sphenoid bone and inserts onto the anterior su