Can Botox raise the corners of my mouth? (photos)

I recommend injecting 3 units of Botox into DAO(depressor anguli oris) muscles on each side to try to correct this issue.

Hi, I’m Lauren, the aesthetic injector at Colorado Plastic Surgery Center. Yes, Botox can be helpful in some cases if your mouth corners are being pulled downward. The DAO muscle is typically responsible for pulling the corners of the mouth down, and Botox can be injected in this area to prevent that area not being pulled down.

To determine if Botox can raise the corners of your mouth, especially after previous lip corner lift surgery, it's important to understand how Botox works and explore other potential treatments. Botox can relax the depressor anguli oris muscles, which pull the mouth corners downward. By doing so, it allows the upward-pulling muscles to have a more pronounced effect, potentially lifting the corners of the mouth.

However, given your previous surgery and the presence of a visible scar, the dynamics of your facial muscles may differ. This makes a personalized assessment by a cosmetic specialist essential. They can evaluate your facial structure and the impact of scar tissue to determine if Botox is suitable for you.

In addition to Botox, dermal fillers might be considered. Fillers can add volume and support around the mouth, helping to lift the corners and smooth lines. Another option is a thread lift, which uses temporary sutures to subtly lift the skin, offering a less invasive alternative to surgery.

For a more permanent solution, a surgical revision might be considered, but this comes with risks and recovery time. Consulting with a board-certified cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist will provide a comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment plan. They can discuss the benefits and limitations of each option, ensuring you receive the most effective treatment tailored to your needs and aesthetic goals. This approach will help you make an informed decision about achieving your desired outcome.

Hello, It is Dr.Hong from Fresh PS Clinic, S.Korea Seoul.Unfortunately botox has no power to lift anything. It only can relax muscles, what leads to it size reduce or just relaxation ( go down), so for already droop corners of the mouth it is not good idea. Based on the second pictures, it looks like excessive fat...(cheeks and near mouth) also micrognathia (small chin) make this issue more prominent. In my opinion lipo of cheeks and around mouth, chin filler (help to make it advanced) can help to fix it by mini invasive approach.
Hope my answer will help^^Best RegardsDr.Hong

Thank you for sharing your question and posting your photos. Yes, injection of Botox and fillers can elevate the corners of your mouth with a natural appearance. Make sure to see an experienced, “export” injection for detailed evaluation and proper treatment.
Good luck,

There are some nonsurgical options for addressing the shape of the lips in the corner of the mouth. Botox of the depressor anguli oris minimizes the downward pull at the corner of the mouth. Fillers can be placed in depressions to soften the corners or lip filler in the corners. Nonsurgical skin tightening devices may help too.

I am sorry about the scar from the surgery, but surgical procedures entail the risk of permanent scars and this is the reason that I caution my regular followers not to jump into surgeries without thoroughly exploring nonsurgical treatment options.
While Botox can be helpful for treating down-turned angles of the mouth, the use of a robust HA lifting filler properly injected can typically elevate and straighten the angles of the mouth in one treatment session with immediate, on-the-spot results and little to no significant downtime. I have been performing this for many years with very gratifying results.
You would be wise to consult an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist filler expert and best of luck.

I would recommend having your DAO and platysmal bands injected (Nefertiti Neck lift) and see if this gives you any improvement.

Botox can help a bit with a downturned mouth. Fillers may also be recommended to enhance the results. See an expert injector near you to learn more about what you can expect from treatment.

Botox can help raise the corners of the mouth by relaxing the muscles responsible for pulling the mouth downward, particularly the depressor anguli oris (DAO).
However, it’s important to note that Botox alone may offer only mild improvement.
If you’re looking for more significant results, especially since you mentioned previous lip corner surgery, combining Botox with dermal fillers or considering another surgical option might provide a better outcome.