Masseter Muscle

An illustration showing the masseter muscle (highlighted in red) on the side of the face, responsible for chewing.

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Facts About Masseter Muscle For Kids

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Your masseter muscle (say: “mass-eh-ter”) is one of the strongest muscles in your face, and scientists call it the “chewing champion” of your body!

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