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Wide Smile with Visible Teeth

Wide smile with visible teeth, 3 sets, 8 repetitions, hold for 3 seconds

Illustration of the Wide Smile with Visible Teeth exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 8

Duration: Hold for 3 seconds

Description: Sit facing the camera, with your head straight and mouth relaxed. Slowly open your lips to form a wide smile showing your teeth, pulling the corners of the mouth outward and upward symmetrically. Hold this position for 3 seconds before returning to the starting position.

Tips: Keep your head stable and avoid forcing the jaw. Focus on a symmetrical and natural smile.

Progression: Gradually increase the hold time of the smile from 3 to 5 seconds as the exercise becomes easier.

At a glance

Goal
Mobility
Level
Beginner
Equipment
None
Starting position
Seated, head straight, mouth relaxed
Clinical goal
Improve mobility of the head and jaw
Also known as
wide smile, smile exercise, jaw mobility, facial stretch

Precautions

Avoid this exercise, or check with your physiotherapist first, if you have:

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.