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Levator anguli oris

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Anatomy pictures

 

Levator anguli oris - anterior view
Levator anguli oris - anterolateral view
Levator anguli oris - front

Muscle attachment zones

Videos - treatment techniques

ANATOMY

Position

  • Deep

Origin

  • Canine fossa maxilla

Insertion

  • Lateral to angle of the mouth
  • Blends with orbicularis oris

Main function

  • Elevation of angle of mouth

Nerve innervation

  • Facial nerve / CN VII, buccal branches

Arterial supply

  • Facial artery