The masseter muscle is located on the side of the jaw. It originates from the zygomatic bone and extends to insert in the ramus and angle and body of the mandible. It is innervated by is innervated by the mandibular branch of the trigeminal nerve and is supplied by the masseteric artery. The masseter is one of the chewing muscles that elevates the mandible which pulls the mouth shut. It is also used during talking. Research Masseter
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Research Masseter
