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Non Surgical Treatment for Marionette Lines?

What is the best method to make the marionette lines around the mouth smooth out without undergoing a major surgery? Thanks.

Asked 31 months ago by LynneDear in Hollywood, FL
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Fillers

You would probaby be quite pleased with the hyalruonic acid filler, either Juvederm or Restylane. Radiesse would also be a very good choice depending on how deep your marionette lines are. They can give a very pleaseing and natural look. The depth and width of your marionette lines would determine how much filler might be required.
Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
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More than just filling, technique is important

As we age, it is generally the 5th decade of life wherein someone becomes concerned with the changes in the lower third of the face. "Marionette" lines are a common concern as well as loss of volume and support throughout this area. We obtain very nice, natural results using hyaluronic acid fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm, and Perlane. Radiesse is another product that can be used in this area. Besides just replacing volume with cosmetic dermal fillers, the idea is to add the... more
Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Injectable Fillers work well for marionette lines.

You would be surprised how nicely marionette folds and wrinkles reduce with the proper use of Injectable Fillers. I've attached a link to a photo that shows reduction of marionette folds with Silikon-1000. I hope this helps, and best regards.
Eric M. Joseph, MD
West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon
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