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Zygomaticus Major
Posted on 30th Jul 2020 / Published in: Face
General information
The zygomaticus major muscle is located within the face and draws the angles of the mouth posteriorly and superiorly. Like all the muscles that control facial expression, the zygomaticus major is innervated from the facial nerve. It extends from the zygomatic arch all the way to the corners of the mouth. When a person smiles, the zygomaticus major muscle raises the corners of the mouth. Dimples can be caused from variations within the muscle structure.
Literal meaning
Greater yoke.
Interesting information
The zygomaticus muscle is what makes it possible for an individual to chew, speak, and use the face to show emotions. These muscles can become injured from trauma or overuse. Since they are connected with the jawbone and eye socket, irritation, injuries and disease of these areas can affect the zygomaticus muscle. Depending on the type of injury, rest may be all that is required to heal the pain. Chronic pain might indicate a serious condition that needs to be addressed.
Blood vessels running between the nose and the cheek can become trapped between the zygomaticus muscle layers. Using the facial muscles for an extended period of time, such as talking, smiling or chewing during social events, or physical trauma to the muscle can cause squeezed blood vessels. The zygomaticus muscle presses on the blood vessels that are trapped, which causes the flow of blood to become restricted. In turn, the muscles will end up cramping from a lack of nourishment. The pain felt resembles that of sinus pressure, but the cause lies on the outside of the cheekbone instead of from a sinus sac on the inside.
Origin
Lateral surface for the zygomatic bone located near the suture of the temporal bone.
Insertion
Blends into the fibres of the levator anguli oris and the orbicularis oris at the modiolus
Function
Pulling the angle of the mouth laterally and superiorly.
Nerve supply
Facial nerve.
Blood supply
Facial artery.
Transverse facial artery.
Relevant research
This particular study investigated the psychophysiological effects for both negative and positive interventions in human-computer interaction after and during the intervention. 18 subjects were exposed to a pre-programmed mouse delay in a problem-solving task. After the mouse delays, three different conditions were implemented. Facial electromyographic responses were notated on the effects of the zygomaticus major and the corrugators supercilii muscles. All the muscles contributed to frowning and smiling. Smiling was a lot higher during the positive than any of the other conditions. Frowning reduced a lot more after the positive interventions over that of the no intervention condition. Results indicate that positive intervention can prove extremely useful.
Partala, Timo & Surakka, Veikko. (2004). The effects of affective interventions in human–computer interaction. Interacting with Computers. 16. 295-309. 10.1016/j.intcom.2003.12.001.
Zygomaticus major exercises
Lip pucker
This exercise helps to firm the muscles controlling the lip movements. Pucker the lips into a whistling or kissing position. Hold the pose for a five count before repeating for a total of 10 repetitions.
Rebuilding the Zygomaticus Major: Elevate the Corners of Your Smile
The zygomaticus major is a thick, strap-like muscle responsible for one of the most emotionally powerful expressions: the smile. Originating from the zygomatic bone and inserting at the angle of the mouth, this muscle pulls the corners of the mouth upward and outward, shaping joy, confidence, and vitality in every facial movement.
The Role of the Zygomaticus Major
- Function: Elevates the corners of the mouth, producing broad, genuine smiles.
- Origin: Lateral surface of the zygomatic bone (cheekbone).
- Insertion: Angle of the mouth, blending with the orbicularis oris and other muscles of facial expression.
- Nerve Supply: Facial nerve (zygomatic and buccal branches).
- Blood Supply: Facial artery, transverse facial artery.
The zygomaticus major plays a major role in lifting, expression symmetry, and the structural support of the mid-lower face.
The Problem: Bone Loss at the Zygomatic Arch
As we age, bone resorption at the zygomatic-temporal junction compromises the zygomaticus major’s ability to maintain lift and definition in the lower cheek and mouth region.
When this structural connection weakens:
- The muscle loses tension, causing the corners of the mouth to droop.
- Marionette lines (running from the mouth corners toward the chin) begin to form.
- The mid-lower face appears deflated, tired, and aged.
- Smiling becomes less dynamic, and facial expressions lose their youthful contour.
The ISO Metrik Device: Targeted Strengthening of the Zygomaticus Major
The ISO Metrik Device is uniquely engineered to engage and reactivate the zygomaticus major by delivering precise resistance from within the oral cavity. This approach works from the muscle’s natural origin and path, helping rebuild tone, strength, and upward pull.
How It Works:
- Applies internal resistance that mimics natural muscle engagement during smiling and lip movement.
- Strengthens the zygomaticus major by stimulating muscle fiber recruitment along its entire path.
- Lifts the corners of the mouth, softens marionette lines, and improves facial symmetry.
- Promotes muscle memory and long-term reactivation without invasive procedures
Why the Zygomaticus Major Matters
This is the primary elevator of your smile—a muscle that defines how the world sees you. When the zygomaticus major is strong, your smile is vibrant, your cheeks are lifted, and your face radiates youthful energy.
The ISO Metrik Device offers a non-surgical, internal solution that restores both the form and function of this essential facial muscle—starting at its anatomical root.
Want to lift the corners of your mouth and rediscover your confident smile?
Start with the ISO Metrik Device—engineered to restore the zygomaticus major, one rep at a time.
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