The buccal region of the head is composed of soft tissues of the cheek. Most of the upper cheek is fleshy, mainly formed by a mass of fat and muscle. Which is the strong muscle felt in this area when the patient clenches his or her teeth together?

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The masseter muscle is the strongest muscle felt in the buccal region when the patient clenches their teeth. It originates from the zygomatic arch and inserts into the mandibular ramus, allowing for powerful movements during mastication. The corrugator supercilii muscle is found in the forehead, the temporalis muscle is located on the side of the head, and the hyoid muscle is located in the neck.

The Buccal Region of the Head Is Composed of Soft