Hyoid Bone: Function, Location & Anatomy
Your hyoid bone is in the front of your neck. It supports your tongue and plays a key role in speaking and swallowing. It’s the only “floating” bone in your body.
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Dr Steven Lin - The hyoid bone is the connection between the tongue and larynx. Is the tongue a muscle or an organ of the body? The tongue is comprised of intrinsic
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