Masseter muscle structure

OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to measure the elasticity of various tissues and report it in kilopascals. SUBJECTS AND… Expand

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The thickness of the human masseter muscle, corresponding approximately to a cross-section at the most bulky part of the… Expand

Rosette strain gage, electromyography (EMG), and cineradiographic techniques were used to analyze loading patterns and jaw… Expand

1states: “When canines are in normal interlocking position, the lateral and forward movement is limited so that when an attempt… Expand

A sample of students (739) were questioned and examined for symptoms and signs associated with mandibular dysfunction. The most… Expand