Iqra7 months ago
Buccinator
The buccinator muscle is sometimes referred to as an accessory mastication muscle as it coordinates with the orbicularis oris and superior constrictor muscle during swallowing, mastication, blowing, and sucking. The buccinator compresses the cheek inward against the molars.
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