Marionette Lines

Marionette lines, the lines that run from the corners of the mouth to the chin, are one of the most noticeable signs of aging. They can make the face look sad or downturned even when you’re not feeling it. Luckily dermal fillers are a quick, non surgical solution to reduce the appearance of marionette lines and get back to balance and a more youthful face.

Juvederm, Restylane and Radiesse are popular fillers that can target marionette lines and give immediate results with minimal downtime.

What are marionette line fillers?

Marionette line fillers are injectable treatments that smooth and fill the deep lines that run from the corners of the mouth to the chin. The most common fillers for this area are hyaluronic acid or calcium hydroxylapatite, both are natural substances in the body. Hyaluronic acid attracts and retains moisture, adds volume to the skin and calcium hydroxylapatite stimulates collagen production, improves skin texture over time.

By injecting these fillers into the marionette lines, the wrinkles are reduced and the corners of the mouth are lifted, you look more refreshed and youthful. The procedure is minimally invasive, immediate results and no downtime.

Which marionette line filler is right for you?

The best filler for marionette lines depends on your skin type, the depth of the lines and the result you want. Some of the most popular fillers are:

• Juvederm Ultra XC: A hyaluronic acid filler that adds volume and hydrates the skin, good for moderate to severe marionette lines.
• Restylane Defyne/Refyne: These fillers are flexible and natural movement while softening deeper lines, perfect for dynamic facial expressions.
• Radiesse: A calcium based filler that not only fills marionette lines but also stimulates the body’s natural collagen production, long lasting results.

See a practitioner to get the right filler for you.

How long do marionette line fillers last?

The duration of marionette line fillers depends on the type of filler and your metabolism. Hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm and Restylane last 9-12 months and collagen stimulating fillers like Radiesse last up to 18 months. Maintenance treatments are recommended to keep the results and look youthful and lifted.

How many syringes do I need for marionette lines?

The number of syringes needed for marionette line treatment depends on the depth of the lines and the result you want. Generally 1-2 syringes is enough to see a noticeable difference. For deeper lines more syringes may be needed to get the optimal result. It’s always better to start conservative and add more filler if needed during follow up appointments.

Does marionette line filler treatment hurt?

Most patients feel minimal discomfort during marionette line filler treatment. Many fillers have lidocaine, a numbing agent, in them to reduce the pain during the injection. A topical numbing cream can also be applied before the treatment to make it more comfortable. Some temporary swelling, redness or bruising may occur after the treatment but these side effects usually go away within a few days.

Benefits of fillers for marionette lines

There are several advantages of using fillers for marionette lines:

• Volume Restoration: Fillers fill in the lost volume, softening the lines and lifting the corners of the mouth.
• Wrinkle Smoothing: Marionette lines are reduced, you look smoother and more refreshed.
• Non Surgical: This minimally invasive treatment has immediate results and no surgery or long downtime.
• Collagen Stimulation: Fillers like Radiesse also stimulate collagen production which can improve skin quality over time.

How to keep the results

Follow up treatments are usually needed every 9-18 months depending on the product. Also keep a healthy skincare routine, drink plenty of water and avoid excessive sun exposure.