The coordination of chewing.
Curr Opin Neurobiol
; 83: 102805, 2023 Dec.
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em En
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| ID: mdl-37913688
ABSTRACT
Feeding behavior involves a complex organization of neural circuitry and interconnected pathways between the cortex, the brainstem, and muscles. Elevated synchronicity is required starting from the moment the animal brings the food to its mouth, chews, and initiates subsequent swallowing. Moreover, orofacial sensory and motor systems are coordinated in a way to optimize movement patterns as a result of integrating information from premotor neurons. Recent studies have uncovered significant discoveries employing various and creative techniques in order to identify key components in these vital functions. Here, we attempt to provide a brief overview of our current knowledge on orofacial systems. While our focus will be on recent breakthroughs regarding the masticatory machinery, we will also explore how it is sometimes intertwined with other functions, such as swallowing and limb movement.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Mastigação
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Neurônios
Limite:
Animals
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2023
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Article