Oral cavity and infratemporal fossa | 3D Human Anatomy | Organs

Oral cavity and infratemporal fossa | 3D Human Anatomy | Organs In human anatomy, the mouth is the first portion of the alimentary canal that receives food and saliva.[1] The oral mucosa is the mucous membrane epithelium lining the inside of the mouth. In addition to its primary role as the beginning of the digestive system, in humans the mouth also plays a significant role in communication. While primary aspects of the voice are produced in the throat, the tongue, lips, and jaw are also needed to produce