Line when I smile on my chin, is there anything I can do about this? (photo)

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John Tang, MD · Answer

Thank you for sending the picture.  I can see that you have a line that starts at the corner of the mouth which extends to the chin.  The left side appears worse and deeper.  This is called marionette lines. I would suggest trying out Restylane Refyne.  This is a new type of filler that allows one to smooth out the indentation caused by the line by restoring volume.  There are many fillers out there and the reason I am choosing this particular filler is because it is a flexible filler - meaning that as you smile it can bend and move with your smile which will allow it to look more natural.  I would recommend that you go to someone who is very experienced injector who is also familiar with the product since it just came out this year.  Best of luck!

Anna Avaliani, MD · Answer

Hi and thank you for your photo.  You lines can definitely be fixed with a little botox and filler.  I would start with quickest and easiest option such as Botox. If there are remaining movement or shadowing, that can be adjusted with filler such as Juvederm Vollure.  Always trust an expert as this type of injections requires expertise as not to leave you with a crooked smile for 4 months. Hope this helps. Best, Dr.Avaliani

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Fillers that are soft like belotero, restylane refine/silk, juvederm volbella can be used in this area, however, some of this is because of the fillers you already have and do you have botox in your chin??  You need facial resurfacing, microneedling and long term peels to improve lines around the mouth and promote collagen production.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Gregory A. Buford, MD, FACS · Answer

Great question and easy answer.  A little BOTOX in your chin can easily soften this line.  What doesn't go away with BOTOX can then be filled with a light filler such as Vollure XC.I hope that helps!

Maurice M. Vick, Jr., MD · Answer

Lines in this area can usually be softened with Botox injections to the chin and DAO muscle. With persistence, Vollure or Volluma filler injections can be added. Best Wishes, Maurice Vick MD

Line when I smile on my chin, is there anything I can do about this? (photo)

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Line when I smile on my chin, is there anything I can do about this? (photo)

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Answer: Line when I smile on my chin. What can I do?

Answer: Line when I smile on my chin. What can I do?

Answer: Lines below mouth corners

Answer: Lines below mouth corners

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