How to Get Up-turned Lips?

Botox injections to the depressor anguli oris (DAO) muscle can help return the corner of the mouth to a neutral or even upturned position. The bilateral depressor anguli oris muscle inserts at each oral commissure (corner of the mouth). This muscle may become hyperkinetic
with time, resulting in downturned oral commissures. The individual with downturned corners of
the mouth takes on a sad face appearance or an expression of disapproval. A few units of Botox injected into the depressor anguli oris muscle relax
this downward pull vector. The corners of the mouth
return to a neutral or even upturned position. This
positioning also can be assisted with filler material
placed inferior to the commissures. Despite often beneficial effects, treatment of this muscle occasionally can have inconsistent results. In general, we have obtained good results with botox 5 units per side as the standard starting dose for the treatment
of oral commissures. We tend to administer one
injection per side. Injections can be made directly
into the DAO muscle located on the mandibular
body. Reference: Petrus GM, Lewis D, Maas CS. Anatomic considerations for treatment with botulinum toxin. Facial Plast Surg Clin N Am. 2007; 15: 1-9

In my hands a combination of botox to the muscles the depress the lips and a small amount of filler in this area can make a big difference.The key is to find that balance and to not put too much filler in this location as it can.Hope this helps.Best of luck,DrC

An easy solution to turning up lips is by using Botox in addition to a dermal fillers like Restylane SILK or Juvederm ULTRA XC.  A skilled provider can help with naturally changing the lip borders.#RestylaneSilk   #lipborders   #Fillinglips