buccal

Example:The buccal nerve can be palpated near the angle of the jaw in the cheek region.

Definition:The nerve that innervates the muscles of the cheek and provides sensory innervation to the skin of the cheek and mucous membrane of the cheek.

Example:The buccal cavity is important for the process of mastication due to the presence of cheek muscles and aids in forming food boluses for swallowing.

Definition:The space behind the teeth and in front of the pharynx on each side, which is lined with mucous membrane and is part of the oral cavity.

Example:A buccal tablet is used for a long-acting treatment of certain diseases without the discomfort of oral administration.

Definition:A drug tablet that is placed in the cheek pouch to absorb moisture and hold the drug in the cheek area to be absorbed slowly into the bloodstream.