Muscular Anatomy of the Face Quiz

Orbicularis oculi contracts to close the eyelids.

Zygomaticus major is the primary muscle involved in smiling.

Orbicularis oris aids in pursing the lips.

Frontalis muscle is responsible for raising the eyebrows.

Corrugator supercilii is responsible for frowning or expressing sadness.

Masseter aids in closing the jaw and is involved in chewing.

Levator labii superioris is responsible for raising the upper lip.

Depressor anguli oris assists in pulling the corners of the mouth downward.

Buccinator assists in compressing the cheeks during blowing.

Nasalis muscle is involved in wrinkling the nose.

Mylohyoid muscle is responsible for opening the jaw.

Risorius muscle is associated with puckering the lips.

Levator labii superioris is involved in raising the lower lip.

Orbicularis oculi is responsible for narrowing the aperture of the eye.