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What Is The Masticatory Mucosa? The attached gingiva and tissue covering the hard palate are masticatory mucosa. These tissues are parakeratinized or keratinized to withstand the forces of mastication. What are examples of masticatory mucosa? Masticatory mucosa includes the hard palate, attached gingiva, and dorsal surface of the tongue. Where is masticatory mucosa found? Masticatory