Parotid duct traverses________________?
Correct answer: B. Buccinator
- A. Masseter
- B. Buccinator
- C. Medial pterygoid
- D. Lateral pterygoid
Explanation
The parotid duct crosses the masseter superficially and then turns medially to pierce the buccinator before opening opposite the upper second molar. Thus, its key muscular penetration is through buccinator.
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