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The oral cavity is uniquely designed to carry out two main functions:

1 Begin the process of digestion. The cavity’s hard and soft tissues, lubricated by saliva, are designed to withstand the stresses of:

 Biting.

 Chewing.

 Swallowing.

1 Produce speech.