Anatomy & Histology · single question
Which muscle does NOT have an attachment to the CONDYLAR REGION of the mandible?
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Correct answer: B. Buccinator
The buccinator attaches to the alveolar processes at the molar level and pterygomandibular raphe — NOT to the condyle or condylar neck.
- A. The temporalis inserts into the coronoid process and anterior ramus — closely related to the condylar region through the ramus.
- B. CORRECT. The buccinator attaches to the alveolar bone of maxilla and mandible at the molar level and the pterygomandibular raphe. It has NO attachment to the condyle or condylar neck.
- C. The masseter inserts along the ramus, angle, and outer mandibular surface — associated with the condylar region through the ramus.
- D. The lateral pterygoid inserts into the pterygoid fovea of the condylar neck and articular disc — direct condylar attachment.
Note: Buccinator is the odd one out in almost every mastication question — it is CN VII, not V3.
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