Corner lip lift with filler?

Question

Where specifically would filler be injected to turn up the corners of the mouth? Have had this suggested, but I am just not understanding. Have done some botox to the DAO, but that slightly paralyzed the lower lip. I am guessing some got to the DLI muscle. Interested in filler and whether it works and where it would go? Thank you!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For a true lip lift you should go to an expert -- randall haworth or ben talei.  But for non invasive treatments we can do fillers with or without botox and get great outcomes.  Dr. Emer.

John Tang, MD · Answer

I feel the best looking filler to treat this corner of the mouth is Belotero.  However, I feel it doesn't last as long (last 3-6 months).  If there is only a slight loss Volbella looks really nice and last longer (up to 1 year) but each syringe only has the amount of Juvederm or Restylane.   If the amount of filler needed is greater, then Restylane or Juvederm ultra may be used.

Alain Michon, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Dermal fillers are great and can easily be used for the treatment of down turned lip corners and enhancement of the perioral area. Please see an expert for a proper consultation and best results. All the best, Dr.Michon

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question and for sharing your experience. Yes, fillers can be used to soften downturned corners of the mouth and to improve marionette lines. I like to start my having the patient open up their mouth and then injecting a small bolus of filler directly into the oral commissure (corner of mouth). I follow this my injecting filler into the marionette lines using either a fanning or cross hatch technique. My preferred fillers for this case are Juvederm UltraPlus, Restylane, Refyne and Defyne. I sometimes will use a cannula to treat the pre jowl sulcus as well. See an experienced injector to discuss your concerns and to come up with an appropriate treatment plan.

Corner lip lift with filler?

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