Temporalis - Podcast Version TeachMeAnatomy 0:00 / 0:00 1x 0.25x 0.5x 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 1.75x 2x The temporalis is a muscle of mastication (chewing). It is located on the lateral aspect of the skull. Attachments: Originates from the temporal fossa of the skull and attaches onto the coronoid process of the mandible. Actions: Elevation of the mandible (closing the mouth). Also performs retraction of the mandible, moving the jaw posteriorly. Innervation: Mandibular nerve (V3). Blood supply – Maxillary artery and superficial temporal artery. By TeachMeSeries Ltd (2025) Fig 1The temporalis muscle. Pro Feature - 3D Model You've Discovered a Pro Feature Access our 3D Model Library Explore, cut, dissect, annotate and manipulate our 3D models to visualise anatomy in a dynamic, interactive way. Learn More Rate This Article