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Muscles : 37 Buccinator

Muscle: Buccinator (Cheek muscle)
Origin: Mandible, alveolar processes of maxilla and mandible, pterygomandibular raphe
Insertion: Angle of mouth (modiolus); orbicularis oris
Main Action(s): Presses cheek against molar teeth; works with tongue to keep food between occlusal surfaces and out of oral vestibule; resists distension (when blowing)