Restylane for Marionette Lines - Am I Good Candidate?

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Latest answer by Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
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Tags: age 65-74, marionette lines, female, candidate

I Am 66 Year Old Female with Generally Good Skin, Careful of the Sun, no major health problems. I do have moderate skin folds from outer edge of lips down towards my chin on both sides of the mouth, one being more pronounced than the other, which look better when I smile (and I do that alot anyway!). I saw a filler injection on Dr. Oz, had never even considered it. Would Restylane be of any use to me? Is it safe? Are there side effects I should consider? Is there a cheaper way to get it done than a plastic surgeon? How would I find someone in my area?

11 answers to Restylane for Marionette Lines - Am I Good Candidate?

Restylane injections Can Diminish Marionette Lines

The use of injectable fillers for the marionette lines can be effective and will definitely reduce their prominence. The safety of injecting Restylane is well established and without question. Based on the way you have phrased your questions, and what I would counsel any patient on, is not whether they will work or are safe? But is it a good value proposition for you? Because their effects are temporary and there may be better long-lasting effects from a surgical alternative for... more

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon

Fillers for marionette lines

Without seeing a photo of you, it is difficult to tell whether fillers would address your marionette lines. In general, if you have mild to moderate marionette lines, fillers such as restylane, juvederm, and radiesse will do a great job of filling the area. Restylane and Juvederm lasts about 6 months in this area. Radiesse closer to 9 mo-1 year. In some cases, the marionette lines are due to fat loss in the cheeks and fat pads drooping over time as we age.... more

Margaret Mann, MD
Cleveland Dermatologic Surgeon

Filling the Marionette Lines

Restylane for Marionette Lines - Am I Good Candidate? I Am 66 Year Old Female with Generally Good Skin, Careful of the Sun, no major health problems. I do have moderate skin folds from outer edge of lips down towards my chin on both sides of the mouth, one being more pronounced than the other, which look better when I smile (and I do that alot anyway!). I saw a filler injection on Dr. Oz, had never even considered it. Would Restylane be of any use to me? Is it safe? Are there side... more

Farbod Esmailian, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Smile folds treated best by fillers

Keeping in mind that face lifts generally do not address or improve smile folds, you should consider fillers to plump up the folds. Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane, Radiesse and Fat Injections work well. Sculptra too. See a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist. see video

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

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Fillers for nasolabial folds

Without seeing you , I could not say for sure. However, fillers are a great thing to use to camouflage the nasolabial folds. That being said you may also be a good candidate for a facelift.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Injectable Fillers for Marionette lines

It sounds like you are an excellent candidate for Restylane or any other filler in that particular area. It is very safe when performed by a board certified plastic surgeon with minimal risk and downtime. For a board certified plastic surgeon in your area, check out the ASPS (plasticsurgery.org) or ASAPS (surgery.org) websites.

Hayley Brown MD
Henderson Plastic Surgeon

Treatment of Marionette Lines

A picture would have been very helpful to base my comments on. Not all treatments are equally efficient for all folds. The depth and severity of the folds would influence the success of the treatments. As a result, it would be preposterous to state or imply that one treatment was equal to another. In general, the more superficial the marionette lines, the less the down turning of the corners of the mouth, the easier it is to fill and smooth the lines with fillers (Restylane, Perlane,... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Marionette Lines and Filler

Marionette lines may be treated with a variety of fillers such as restylane, perlane,juvaderm and others. They may last up to 6mo. or longer depending on how deep the lines are and other factors. At 66 years of age , you may also be a candidate for a more long lasting treatment such as a facelift depending on the quality of your skin and amount of jowling present. Of course , this is a surgical facial rejuvenation procedure and there will be a recovery period... more

Stephen Delia, M.D.
Boston Plastic Surgeon

Marionette Lines

Yes Restylane is a very temporary fix 3 to 6 months AT BEST!!! I recommend the Selphyle regenerating filler or the "Vampire Filler" . It will last much longer upto 2 years . Regards from MIAMI

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Marionette Lines & Restylane

Restylane injection is a good way to temporarily fill marionette lines. It will last in the neighborhood of 6 months depending on how animated this area of your face is. Ideally you should have this procedure performed by a plastic surgeon or dermatologist who has a good bit of experience with injecting these products.

John Whitt, MD
Louisville Plastic Surgeon

Restylane or Juvederm for marionette lines

The fillers I prefer for the marionette lines are either Perlane or Juvederm. Both now come with lidocaine mixed in to ease the procedure. Overall they work excellent. They are both very safe. The treatment of marionette lines is off label since approval was for nasolabial folds but the marionette lines is routinely treated by most dermatologists. I would suggest looking on Real Self to find a dermatologist or plastic surgeon in your area.