Which muscles make up the pterygomandibular raphae______________?
Correct answer: C. Buccinator anterior and superior constrictor
- A. Masseter anteiorly and occulomotor
- B. Masseter anteriorly and middle pterygoid
- C. Buccinator anterior and superior constrictor
- D. Buccinator anteriorly and middle constrictor
Explanation
The pterygomandibular raphe extends between the buccinator anteriorly and the superior pharyngeal constrictor posteriorly. This fibrous raphe therefore forms a junction between a cheek muscle and a pharyngeal muscle.
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