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Masseter and temporalis muscles

The masseter lifts the lower jaw to close the mouth and it is the strongest muscle in your body.

The temporalis helps close the mouth.

Rights: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Published: 21 June 2007Size: 88.43 KB

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