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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 Location Morphology and Connection Points The 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