Marionette lines (corner of the mouth) are long vertical wrinkles that traverse from the corners of the lips to the chin. They develop on each side of the chin as a result of the ageing process and other lifestyle factors. They get their name from marionette string puppets, which are known for having split jaws so puppeteers can open and close their mouths to make them give the appearance that they are talking. These creases often give the impression of a sad look to the face.

The skin around your mouth is thin, and as a result  it is particularly prone to wrinkling. These lines occur with age, smoking and genetics and can progress to form jowls later on in life. The combination of collagen breakdown and loss of elastin leads to the loosening of skin in the cheeks and lower part of the face.

People typically begin developing marionette lines in their late 30s or early 40s. Marionette lines are barely visible early on, but as time goes by these creases can become very deep and noticeable.

Marionette lines can be treated with different non-surgical treatment options.

During the initial consultation, our Doctors at Hampstead Aesthetics will discuss these options with you and devise a bespoke treatment plan to achieve the best outcome.

Treatment options to get rid of marionette lines might include:

-Dermal filler injections
-Botulinum toxin injections
-Skin boosters
-PDO Threads