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Teeth, jaws and muscles in mammalian mastication.

Tracy E. Popowics, Susan W. Herring

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This chapter presents the structural features of the masticatory system in mammals (minks, sheep, llamas, rabbits and pigs). The contributions of these structures to are dealt with. The following topics are discussed in detail: anatomical components of the masticatory system; morphology of teeth and arrangement in jaws; modification of tooth morphology by wear; temporo-mandibular joint and masticatory movements; and muscles of mastication and jaw mechanics.

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Key concepts: Mastication, Masticatory force, Muscles of mastication, Orthodontics, Morphology (biology), Anatomy, Temporomandibular joint, Dentistry