What is another word for facial muscle?
Pronunciation: [fˈe͡ɪʃə͡l mˈʌsə͡l] (IPA) 
Facial muscles are the muscles present in our face, responsible for many facial expressions. These muscles can be referred to by alternate names like mimic muscles or visage muscles. They work in harmony to produce facial expressions like a smile or a frown. The muscles in the forehead responsible for wrinkling the forehead can also be called frontalis muscles. The orbicularis oculi muscles around the eyelids help in eye movements, and the zygomatic muscle covering the cheekbone helps in smiling. The platysma muscle present in the neck assists in various mouth movements. Other synonyms for facial muscle include facial gestures, visage muscles, and mimetic muscles.
