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Buccal nerve
A sensory branch of the anterior division of the mandibular nerve (V3) that runs forward over the buccinator to the cheek.
Function
Sensation to the cheek and the buccal gingiva of the lower molars.
Clinical relevance
Anaesthetised separately (long buccal block) for procedures on the buccal gingiva of the lower molars.
Related structures
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