force of mastication
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force of mas·ti·ca·tion
the motive force created by the dynamic action of the muscles during the physiologic act of mastication.
force of mas·ti·ca·tion
(fōrs mas'ti-kā'shŭn)The force created by the action of the muscles during mastication.
Synonym(s): masticatory force.
Synonym(s): masticatory force.
force of mas·ti·ca·tion
(fōrs mas'ti-kā'shŭn)Motive force created by dynamic action of muscles during physiologic act of mastication.
Synonym(s): biting strength, chewing force, masticatory force.
Synonym(s): biting strength, chewing force, masticatory force.