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What are the 4 phases of swallowing in order?
There are 4 phases of swallowing:
The Pre-oral Phase. – Starts with the anticipation of food being introduced into the mouth – Salivation is triggered by the sight and smell of food (as well as hunger)
The Oral Phase. ...
The Pharyngeal Phase. ...
The Oesophageal Phase.

How long does a normal swallow take?
In healthy individuals, the oral phase of swallowing is generally completed in approximately 1 second (14). Once the food bolus encroaches on the palatoglossal folds, or anterior tonsilar pillars, the pharyngeal phase of swallowing reflexively begins.

What is oral phase of swallowing?
Swallowing starts with the oral phase. This phase begins when food is placed in the mouth and moistened with saliva. Moistened food is called a food bolus. The food bolus is voluntarily chewed with the teeth that are controlled by the muscles of mastication (chewing).