Understand and soften marionette lines

The lines running down from the mouth corners to the chin can be softened, with an approach chosen for your face in Southport.

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Understanding marionette lines

Marionette lines run from the corners of the mouth down towards the chin, named after the hinged mouth of a puppet. As they deepen, they can give a downturned, sad look at rest. Softening them is a core part of our marionette line treatment.

What causes marionette lines

They form as the lower face loses volume and skin elasticity, so the tissue settles into lines from the mouth corners toward the chin. Loss of chin support, an active depressor muscle and gravity all contribute. Sun and smoking speed them up.

Who tends to notice them

They usually deepen from the forties onwards. People often notice them alongside a downturned mouth, feeling their lower face looks heavier or sadder than it used to at rest.

Filler softens the lines and rebuilds support beneath the mouth corners so the lower face looks lifted and less tired.
Rebuilding a stable chin and jawline gives the mouth area a firmer foundation, improving marionette lines from below.

What results are realistic

A noticeable softening of the lines and a less downturned lower face are realistic. Very deep lines improve but may not disappear entirely, and treating the chin and jaw as well often gives a more lasting, natural result. We advise honestly at consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Loss of volume and skin elasticity in the lower face, an active muscle that pulls the mouth corners down, and loss of chin support.
Mainly with dermal filler to soften the lines and support the mouth corners, often alongside chin and jawline support.
They soften significantly. Very deep lines improve but may not vanish entirely, so a natural softening is the realistic goal.
A stable chin and jawline give the mouth area a firmer foundation, so treating them can improve marionette lines and make results last.
Filler in this area usually lasts nine to fifteen months, as the mobile mouth region metabolises product gradually.

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Want to soften marionette lines? Book a consultation and we will plan the right approach for your face.

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