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Stomatognathic System
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Definition
: The mouth, teeth, jaws, pharynx, and related structures as they relate to mastication, deglutition, and speech.
includes mouth, teeth, jaws & pharynx; GEN: prefer specifics
Examples
Cheek
;
Facial Muscles
;
Jaw
;
Masticatory Muscles
;
Mouth
;
Pharynx
;
Temporomandibular Joint
Other names
Masticatory System; Systems, Stomatognathic; Systems, Masticatory; System, Stomatognathic; System, Masticatory; Stomatognathic Systems; Masticatory Systems