Which of the following locations is NOT a site where the parotid duct can be felt during a parotid gland examination?

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Along the front edge of the masseter muscleAt its opening opposite the lower second molar toothWhere it passes through the buccinator muscleOn the anterior surface of the parotid glandNear the angle of the mandible

Explanation

The parotid duct can be palpated along the anterior border of the masseter muscle, where it pierces the buccinator muscle, and on the anterior surface of the parotid gland itself. However, it cannot be palpated at its opening inside the mouth opposite the lower second molar, as this is an internal mucosal site rather than a palpable external landmark.