The jaws are closed. The '''mylohyoid''', '''hyoglossal''' and '''stylohyoid''' mucles raise the [[Tongue - Anatomy & Physiology|tongue]] and push the bolus into the [[Oropharynx - Anatomy & Physiology|oropharynx]]. When the food touches the pharyngeal mucosa, the swallowing reflex is initiated. | The jaws are closed. The '''mylohyoid''', '''hyoglossal''' and '''stylohyoid''' mucles raise the [[Tongue - Anatomy & Physiology|tongue]] and push the bolus into the [[Oropharynx - Anatomy & Physiology|oropharynx]]. When the food touches the pharyngeal mucosa, the swallowing reflex is initiated. |