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Bruxism primarily causes pain in which muscle?

  1. Masseter
  2. Lateral pterygoid
  3. Medial pterygoid
  4. Temporalis
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Correct answer: A. Masseter

The masseter is the primary muscle of mastication and is most commonly symptomatic in bruxism — it hypertrophies and becomes tender. It's easily palpated at the angle of the mandible. The temporal muscle (temporal region pain) and medial pterygoid are also affected but masseter is most commonly cited as the primary pain source in bruxism.

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