Throughout the mastication process, your tongue and cheeks work in harmony to position the food between your teeth for grinding. The muscles responsible for mastication move your jaws, facilitating intermittent contact between your teeth as they repeatedly occlude and open. As you continue to chew, the food becomes softer and warmer. Additionally, the enzymes present in saliva start breaking down carbohydrates within the food.
Once the chewing process is complete, the food transforms into a cohesive mass known as a bolus. At this point, it is ready to be swallowed. The bolus enters the esophagus and is propelled toward the stomach through a series of coordinated muscle contractions called peristalsis. In the stomach, the next stage of digestion unfolds.
If you have any concerns or questions related to your oral health or the mastication process, we encourage you to reach out to Hudson Dental at (780) 306-8399. Our experienced team, led by Dr. Amarjit Panesar, is conveniently located at 14010 127 St in Edmonton, AB, and is dedicated to addressing your dental needs and ensuring your overall well-being.
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