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The Medial Pterygoid Muscle , one of the muscles of mastication, plays a critical role in closure and lateral movements of the mandible. Along with the masseter, it forms a powerful jaw closer and is innervated by the trigeminal nerve (CN V).Anatomical Structure and LocationMorphology and Connection PointsThe Medial Pterygoid Muscle is a powerful muscle located deep among the muscles of mastication, inserting onto the medial surface of the mandible. It has two heads: the deep head originates fro

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).AnatomyMorphology and Connection PointsThe 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 surfa