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Is it weird to be able to contract the tensor tympani muscle?
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Unusual: It is unusual but many people have the ability to isolate this muscle and activate it separately from the other muscles of face and mastication.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Acquired skill: This muscle is commonly used in clearing blocked ears when you yawn. It is possible for someone to learn to selectively use this muscle.
Answered 4/5/2015
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