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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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Which muscle is being injected by botulin?
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The correct answer is  The technique for injecting botulinum toxin into the inferior lateral pterygoid muscle. Note that there is an electrode on the chin and a wire attached to the needle so that the electromyographic activity can be monitored at the needle tip. B, Once the needle is placed to the proper depth, the patient is asked to push against resistance provided by the operator. If the needle is properly placed in the inferior lateral pterygoid muscle, the electromyogram will increase on the monitor. Once the proper position has been verified, the botulinum toxin is injected.