Mylohyoid
Mylohyoid
Mylohyoid (pronunciation: my-lo-HY-oid) is a paired muscle located in the anatomical region of the mouth and neck. It is part of the suprahyoid group of muscles, which play a crucial role in the process of swallowing and speech.
Etymology
The term "mylohyoid" is derived from the Greek words "mylo" meaning mill and "hyoid" meaning shaped like the letter upsilon (υ). This is due to the muscle's location near the molar teeth (mylo) and its attachment to the hyoid bone.
Function
The mylohyoid muscle primarily functions to elevate the hyoid bone and the floor of the mouth, aiding in the process of swallowing. It also assists in the movement of the tongue and the opening of the mouth.
Related Terms
- Hyoid bone: A horseshoe-shaped bone situated in the anterior midline of the neck between the chin and the thyroid cartilage.
- Suprahyoid muscles: A group of four muscles located above the hyoid bone, involved in swallowing and speech.
- Oral cavity: The mouth, the first part of the digestive tract, where the process of digestion begins.
- Swallowing: The process by which food passes from the mouth, to the pharynx, and into the esophagus, while shutting the epiglottis to prevent food from entering the trachea.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mylohyoid
- Wikipedia's article - Mylohyoid
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