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Izabella Bins

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Used in smiling?

Zygomaticus is your smiling muscle


What is a zygomaticus?

A zygoma is the anatomical name for the cheekbone.


What muscle is the primary muscle used in smiling?

The Zygomaticus is the primary muscle used in smiling.


Can a disorder or muscle mishap prevent you from smiling?

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What is the synergist to the smiling muscle?

The synergist to the smiling muscle (zygomaticus major) is the orbicularis oculi muscle, which is responsible for the contraction around the eyes and contributes to the overall expression of a smile.


A muscle cell is most correctly referred to as?

Muscle cells are most correctly referred to as muscle fibers.


Muscle used to smile and laugh is the?

zygomaticus - It raises the lateral corners of the mouth upward (called the smiling muscle)


WHAT MUSCLE ALLOWS A PERSON TO SMILE?

The primary muscle responsible for smiling is the zygomaticus major. This muscle runs from the cheekbone to the corners of the mouth and lifts the corners upward when contracted. Additionally, the risorius muscle can assist in this action by pulling the mouth sideways. Together, these muscles create the facial expression associated with smiling.


What is a smiling cat called?

In Alice in Wonderland the smiling cat was called a Cheshire Cat.


What exercise is for small muscle group?

There are many exercises you could do for small muscle groups such as smiling. You could also do butt flexes.


WHich action of the mouth occurs a lot of muscle?

Smiling uses the most facial muscles.


What is the of the name muscle around your mouth?

The muscle around the mouth is called the orbicularis oris muscle. It is responsible for controlling movements of the lips and mouth, such as puckering and smiling.