What non surgical procedure, can I do to fix the droopy lip syndrome? (Photo)

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I have tried fillers, didn't work. I have had lip injections, didn't work......I always appear to be angry, or upset. I can be watching TV, and get asked, "Why are you mad?". Not only is that irritating, but, this makes me look older. Please HELP

Manish H. Shah, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello plasticsurglover1967,Thanks for your question.I agree that Botox to the DAO muscle and filler or fat injections to support the volume loss in the marionette's region will temporarily lift the corners of the mouth.An expert injector could really help you out in this situation.Something more permanent, but more risky is a surgical lift of the corners of the mouth, a commissure lift.  It is most commonly performed during a facelift, but it can be performed by itself.Seek out a board-certified plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgery skilled in this procedure to learn more about it and see if you are a good candidate.Good luck,Dr. Shah

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question and sharing your photo.  Fillers can be used to help lift the lips but does require a multi-injection approach including indirectly lifting the outer lips via the mid-face, naso-labial fold region, the lip itself and the oral commissures.  In addition, Botox/Dysport in weaken the muscles that pull the lips down can also help.  Lastly, I would consider Profound or other energy devices that can lift the cheek/outer face region as well as the upper lips.  This combination can help not only lift the corner of the lips, but also provide an overall rejuvenating look.

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

I think that a combination of fillers to support the corners of the mouth and Botox in the DAO muscles will help. Also "smile therapy " to strengthen the muscles that lift the corners of the mouth will help. Filler needs to be placed above the lateral lip too to help support the corners.

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