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What Causes the Droop Down of Corners of Mouth?

asked 10 months ago by Zeeshan Cornelius in Pakistan (LHR)
Latest answer by Aaron Stone, MD
Question viewed 109 times
Tags: mouth, droopy, downturned, prevention

I already have had enough with the dropped facial muscles and don't want them to be worse. So want to know the causes so that I can avoid doing things that cause them. :s

3 answers to What Causes the Droop Down of Corners of Mouth?

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Jowls and the aging face

This a natural part of the aging process related to chronic exposure to gravity and muscle movement. You cannot avoid these unless you have no facial expressions and live in a gravity free zone. Genetics, exposure to extreme climates and smoking can accelerate the process so these should be avoided. My response to your question/post does not represent formal medical advice or constitute a doctor patient relationship. You need to consult with i.e. personally see a board certified plastic... more
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Droop of corners of mouth

Sagging of the corners of the mouth is a natural part of aging. A facelift usually is not enough. Fillers alone improve but, are not perfect. Botox of the depresser muscles will help but, this is tricky.
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Downturned corners of the mouth

As one ages, the soft tissues around the mouth descend. Often this can be improved with a facelift and/or facial fillers.

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