The cheeks (buccae) are important in the process of mastication (and also drinking in herbivores). Salivary glands are located within the buccal musculature.
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The cheeks (buccae) are important in the process of [[Mastication|mastication]] (and also drinking in herbivores). Salivary glands are located within the buccal musculature.
The cheeks also create extensive food storage pouches in some species.
The cheeks also create extensive food storage pouches in some species.