Orbicularis Oculi & Oris: Function and Muscle Type Explained
Orbicularis Oculi:
- Function: The orbicularis oculi is a sphincter muscle that surrounds the eye and is responsible for closing the eyelids.
- Type of muscle: It is a skeletal muscle meaning it is voluntarily controlled.
Orbicularis Oris:
- Function: The orbicularis oris is a sphincter muscle that surrounds the mouth and is responsible for closing the lips.
- Type of muscle: It is also a skeletal muscle meaning it is voluntarily controlled.
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