Meaning of the word "buccal cavity" in English

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buccal cavity

US /ˈbʌkəl ˈkævɪti/
UK /ˈbʌkəl ˈkævɪti/

Noun

the mouth cavity, especially the part of the mouth behind the teeth and gums and in front of the pharynx

Example:
Food enters the digestive system through the buccal cavity.
The dentist examined the patient's buccal cavity for any signs of decay.