Marionette lines are the lines that form from each corner of your mouth down towards your chin. They are given their name from marionette string puppets, which are known for having split jaws. Learn more about how to treat marionette lines with dermal filler at VIVA.
As facial volume naturally changes with age, sagging in the cheeks can make these lines more pronounced but the right treatment can restore a smoother, more lifted look. Marionette lines can be softened by using dermal fillers to restore lost volume in the cheeks and by injecting dermal filler into the marionette lines, resulting in a smooth lifted appearance with less deep lines below the mouth and a sharper jawline.
At VIVA we approach marionette lines with a full face dermal filler, by addressing any volume loss in the mid-face such as the cheeks and the jawline to add support and structure before injecting directly into the marionette lines. This technique gives more natural longer lastly results by addressing more areas as well a more youthful appearance.
Dermal fillers and Botox can be injected below the corners of the mouth to lift the smile and fill out minor creases. This will replace the lost volume in your face by hydrating and treating deep wrinkles and folds, making the skin look more youthful. By using a combination treatment of Botox and Dermal Fillers results last longer and appear more balanced, natural and holistic.
As we age the fat pads in our upper face gradually diminish, whilst on the contrary, the fat pads in our lower face become fuller. This causes our skin to sag downwards towards our lower face and develop strong lines. Dermal filler is one of the most effective treatments for both reducing existing marionette lines and preventing them from deepening over time. By restoring lost volume to the mid face, filler lifts and supports the surrounding skin, softening these creases and restoring a smoother, more youthful contour.
By restoring volume in the cheeks and softening the lines with dermal filler, marionette lines become smooth and less apparent. Dermal filler for marionette lines can last up to 9 months and is an alternative to a surgial face lift.
You can use dermal filler to treat marionette lines in two ways.
Firstly you can treat the lines by injecting filler to add volume in the cheeks to replace the lost volume in that area. This treatment will lift your skin and, as a result, reduce the appearance of the lines.
Secondly, dermal fillers can be injected below the corners of the mouth to lift the smile and fill out minor creases. This will replace the lost volume in your face by hydrating and treating deep wrinkles and folds, making the skin look more youthful.
Dermal fillers are administered with a needle; therefore, this involves a degree of discomfort. However, we ensure this procedure is as pain-free as possible with topical anaesthetic, effective products with lidocaine and advanced injection techniques.
Due to the nature of injectable treatments, there is a possibility of some minor side effects, most of which subside up two-four weeks after treatment. Common side effects include:
Any potential side effects will be discussed during your consultation with a member of the VIVA team.
Our medical team is led by Dr Rupert, who is considered one of the most experienced injectors in the UK. Having treated hundreds of thousands of patients in over ten years of opening our doors at VIVA, you can have peace of mind that your safety is our priority.
Initial results will be visible as soon as you leave the clinic, however, it will take two-four weeks for the filler to soften and settle under the skin for final results. The secondary effect of glowing skin will be apparent at this point as well.
Most hyaluronic acid dermal fillers tend to fall within the 6 to 18-month range, however, the expected longevity of your fillers will also vary from person to person. However a general ‘rule of thumb’ when it comes to marionette line filler longevity is 6-9 months.
Maintaining your dermal fillers and increasing the longevity of your results can be achieved in a few ways. To ensure that you get the most from your filler treatment we recommend a combination of the following:
Our aesthetic practitioners are medically trained and supervised by our medical director, Dr. Rupert, who has over 12 years of experience. Our clinically trained practitioners are trained regularly on the latest techniques to ensure that treatments are performed with your comfort and safety as a priority.
We only use the most effective and safest FDA-approved products at VIVA Skin Clinics. Before any treatment we require a full medical consultation to understand your suitability. We would never recommend a treatment for you if we deemed it to be unsafe or dangerous, so we always keep your best interests in mind.
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We only use premimum FDA approved products for all procedures. This is for both patient safety, comfort and maximum natural results.
All treatments are performed by licensed medical professionals that are either a practicing doctor, dentist or nurse.
VIVA is a dermal filler specialist clinic, proudly treating over a 1,000 patients a year. You can trust we understand lip filler procedures and have the experience to give you your desired results.
VIVA has been operating since 2012 specalising in injectable procedures. Since the day we open our doors we have only been offering these treatments making our team some of the most skilled in the UK.
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