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Soft Palate Elevation
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Summary
Soft Palate Elevation
is a critical
Physiological process
that helps separate the nasopharynx from the oropharynx during swallowing and speech, preventing
Food and liquid
from entering the
Nasal Cavity
. This action is primarily facilitated by the
Levator Veli Palatini
and
Tensor Veli Palatini
muscles, ensuring
Effective swallowing
and
Clear speech production
.
Concepts
Levator Veli Palatini Muscle
Tensor Veli Palatini Muscle
Velopharyngeal Closure
Swallowing Mechanism
Speech Articulation
Nasopharynx
Oropharynx
Palatopharyngeal Arch
Pharyngeal Phase Of Swallowing
Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
Nasopharynx Closure
Pharyngeal Closure
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