Did I cause premature marionette lines from using a facial exercise device? If so, what can I do to diminish them?

June 22, 2020
Asked By:Trustworthy140517 in New York, NY

These marionette lines recently appeared after I began using the FacialFlex device. It involves putting a resistance device into the mouth and contracting to strengthen facial muscles. I used it for over one year. Is it possible that using the device strengthened my DAO muscle and caused the line. If so will the pronounced muscle eventually relax? I know the jaw gets a lot of exercise so I'm concerned the muscle will maintain it's strength. If not should I consider Botox injection into the DAO?

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Answer: Did I cause premature marionette lines from using a facial exercise device? If so, what can I do to diminish them?

Kenneth Hughes, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Did I cause premature marionette lines from using a facial exercise device? If so, what can I do to diminish them?

Kenneth Hughes, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
July 2, 2020

Answer: Nasolabial/marionette lines -- Fillers (juvederm, radiesse, restylane, belotero), lasers, microneedling/prp, ultherapy, threads

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
July 2, 2020

Answer: Nasolabial/marionette lines -- Fillers (juvederm, radiesse, restylane, belotero), lasers, microneedling/prp, ultherapy, threads

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
July 1, 2020

Answer: Marionette lines

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
July 1, 2020

Answer: Marionette lines

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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