Face Marionette Lines

Do you feel as though your facial contours have gradually changed, with your cheeks appearing less defined, or perhaps you’re becoming more aware of facial lines extending from the corners of your mouth down toward your chin?

These lines are commonly called marionette lines. They can develop at various ages and may contribute to an appearance that doesn’t reflect how youthful or refreshed you feel.

Our experienced cosmetic doctors provide personalised consultations, including advanced 3D facial assessment, to discuss suitable treatment options for marionette lines. These approaches prioritise safety, effectiveness, and minimal disruption to your daily routine.

If you are ready to find out more, reach out to schedule a complimentary consultation.

Comfortable, doctor-led treatments typically completed in as little as 30 minutes, with safety, efficacy and privacy prioritised by our professional clinicians
Advanced 3D Facial Assessment: Receive an in-depth, personalised consultation with our cosmetic doctors, using advanced 3D imaging technology to visualise potential outcomes and tailor treatments
Individualised, Natural-Looking Results: Personalised cosmetic approach by experienced doctors to subtly soften marionette lines and gently refresh your facial appearance.

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Results may vary between individuals and depend on personal goals, baseline characteristics, and responses to treatment. A consultation with a qualified medical professional is recommended to determine if this treatment is suitable for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What causes marionette lines?

Over time, collagen, subcutaneous facial fat (the fat just underneath our skin) and elastin become depleted naturally. This leads to an aged skin appearance and may contribute to deepening lines that form between your mouth and chin.

Marionette lines, the creases running from the corner of the mouth to the chin, are usually formed by sagging of the skin in the lower face region, and loss of support from the underlying facial structures. The main causes include:

Bony resorption (loss of facial bone with age) of the chin and jawline leading to lack of lower facial support
Loss of skin collagen and elasticity, meaning the skin has less resistance to movement forces as we talk, laugh, smile, chew
Loss of facial fat leading meaning skin is less plumped, and more prone to sagging
Overactivity of the mentalis and depressor anguli oris (DAO) muscles leading to increased puckering and creasing

In your personalised consultation, our experienced cosmetic doctors thoroughly discuss the specific factors contributing to your marionette lines, tailoring cosmetic treatment options directly to your unique circumstances and aesthetic goals.

When will I see results treatments for marionette lines?

This depends on the modality chosen.

Volumising treatments you may see results immediately, with final results potential at 2 weeks
Resurfacing treatments take 1-3 months before final results are visible
Thread-lifting treatments may take up to 3 months before final results
Treatments targeting muscle overactivity may see final results at 2 weeks

How long do marionette line volumising treatments last?

Depending on the type/consistency of product used, treatments may last anywhere between six months to 18 months. There is no guarantee on longevity of treatments. Your Contour Clinics cosmetic doctor will explain what can be expected in regards to how long treatments last at your comprehensive consultation.

What are the risks of volumising treatments to the marionette lines?

Like all cosmetic procedures, volumising treatments for marionette lines carry certain risks and potential side effects. These can include:

Swelling or redness: Typically mild and temporary, resolving naturally within a short period.
Bruising: Minor bruising can occur at treatment sites, usually resolving gradually over days to weeks.
Tenderness or discomfort: Mild discomfort or tenderness can be experienced but is generally short-lived.
Temporary unevenness or asymmetry: Subtle differences can occasionally occur following treatment, often improving naturally or addressed during follow-up appointments.
Rare complications: Less common risks, such as allergic reactions, infection, or changes in skin sensation, are possible but uncommon.

At Contour Clinics, your experienced cosmetic doctor will discuss all potential risks, treatment suitability, realistic expectations, and aftercare guidelines during your personalised consultation to ensure you are fully informed.

Do marionette lines volumising treatments hurt?

At Contour Clinics, our experienced cosmetic doctors prioritise your comfort, safety and natural appearing results. Our doctors aim to minimise discomfort in many ways including:

Topical numbing creme
Nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”) if clinically indicated
Stress balls if required
Techniques tailored to reduce discomfort while maintaining a focus on safety and efficacy

Your Contour Clinics doctor will manage expectations around discomfort during your complimentary consultation.

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