The Mouth, Lips, and Tongue

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Swallowing amniotic fluid begins at about nine weeks following fertilization. The mouth is officially open for business.

1. lower lip

2. tongue

3. upper lip

4. roof of mouth

All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period.

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9-Week Fetus, MRI Animation

The Mouth, Lips, and Tongue

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9 weeks, 2 days