One of the signs of youthful, fresh skin is that it is smooth and even. In fact, any wrinkle or line in different areas of the face makes the skin look older. One of the most noticeable areas of the face that greatly affects skin aging is the smile lines and also the marionette lines, which form beside the lip and mouth area. Smile lines are wrinkles that stretch from the outer corners of the nose toward the corners of the mouth. In fact, deep nasal folds create shadows that can make the face look older and more wrinkled than it really is. Deep marionette lines, which descend from the corners of the mouth, also create shadows at the corners of the mouth, which can make the face look sad or convey negative emotions. The formation of smile and marionette lines is in fact due to natural skin aging processes. Sagging and loss of cheek fat with age cause smile lines or nasal folds. But fortunately there is a solution for this problem! Smile line filler is injected into the smile line area to gently eliminate and smooth the appearance of the lines or folds.
Although there are various methods for eliminating these lines on the face, which of these methods is safer and has fewer side effects is a main issue in making a decision. In this article, by introducing a non-invasive method, that is, correcting smile and marionette lines with filler, we will introduce how to rejuvenate the skin.
Causes of smile and marionette lines
The areas around the lips show skin aging earlier than other parts of the face. Smile lines and marionette lines extend from the corners of the mouth to the bottom of the chin. Typically, smile and marionette lines form with increasing age. These lines usually form from around the age of 40, but other factors can also intensify them or cause them to appear at younger ages. For this reason, these lines can be seen in a large number of younger people, such as at 30 or even younger. These factors include the following:
• Genetic factors
• Smoking
• Major weight loss
• Dry skin and loss of facial fat
Aging or any of the above factors causes the breakdown of the skin's collagen and moisture and, as a result, the loss of skin elasticity; this same factor makes the skin sag and causes lines to form on it. Skin with more fat is less affected by this problem, because the presence of fat in different areas of the skin provides the necessary volume and prevents it from being stretched. As a result, you will not see sagging or the formation of wrinkles (nasolabial) in the area around the mouth.
Eliminating smile and marionette lines with filler
Filler injection, as a non-invasive method, will correct facial lines. Inovosense fillers contain hyaluronic acid. This substance exists naturally in the body and does not cause sensitivity when injected into the skin. As a result, it has very few side effects and a low risk. These fillers do not form lumps under the skin, and because they are considered a temporary treatment, they will be absorbed by the skin after a while.
Filler injection is carried out after a consultation session with a specialist doctor and determining the amount and type of filler needed. Special syringes are used to perform it, which do not create any cuts in the skin tissue but, by entering the different skin layers, gently spread the filler in different areas.
Why are dermal fillers recommended for eliminating smile and marionette lines?
Cosmetic injections such as Botox and dermal filler are two of the most reliable non-invasive interventional solutions for reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles, without plastic surgery.
These methods have different effects in eliminating facial wrinkles. Some doctors even recommend combining them, depending on the patient's condition and aesthetic goals.
Doctors usually recommend facial filler injection for static wrinkles that are caused by loss of volume. Botox treatment is suggested for dynamic wrinkles that remain as a result of facial movements. For smile lines, patients are advised to use dermal fillers. This method simply fills the skin folds or hollow areas along a person's mouth without having any particular effect on mouth movement. For this reason, it is also recommended for the following:
• Nasolabial folds
• Marionette lines
• Vertical lip lines
Some doctors also recommend a combination of Botox and dermal fillers for patients so that they have a younger look. That is why you should look for a highly trained doctor to recommend a customized treatment plan that suits you. For this purpose, you can use Inovosense's free consultation.
How do dermal fillers smooth smile and marionette lines?
Smile lines appear as curved vertical lines on both sides of people's mouths and look like parentheses that enclose the mouth. These fine lines form over time because collagen production in the skin decreases and the face loses its volume; ultimately, during laughing or smiling, the effect of the face scrunching up remains on the skin. Smile lines may at first appear as temporary wrinkles that are seen only while laughing, but after a while they can become fixed, permanent wrinkles, even when the person is not smiling!
Suitable fillers for correcting smile lines and marionette lines
Fillers are used in different areas for rejuvenating and correcting facial lines and wrinkles. One of the most important features of a standard filler is that it is designed according to the skin tissue. For example, the under-eye area has thinner skin than the chin and jaw. The concentration and other features of the filler will be different for each area. In addition, this will also have a great effect on the final result.
Inovosense Style filler and Inovosense Smile filler are two practical fillers that are specially designed for the areas around the mouth and lips. Another of the most important advantages of Inovosense fillers is the presence of the lidocaine anesthetic in their base composition, which means there is no need to use a separate anesthetic, and very little pain is felt during injection.
Necessary care after filler injection
After filler injection, in consultation with a specialist doctor, it is better to observe certain points so that, in addition to increasing the longevity of the fillers, you see their better effect on your face. General care after filler injection includes the following:
- Not using cosmetics for 48 hours
- Not doing exercise for 72 hours
- Not being exposed to direct sunlight and intense heat, such as a sauna and solarium
- Not rubbing or manipulating the face in the injected area
- Drinking enough water during the day
- Not drinking alcoholic beverages
- Not smoking cigarettes or hookah
General care for maintaining skin health
In general, observing some tips will also help you have fresher and younger skin. General care includes the following:
Doing skincare
One of the most important factors in having fresh skin is doing routine care. These are things that mean that, if you have filler injection, you will also see its better longevity and effect on your face. Such care includes washing the skin daily with special solutions, using good-quality cosmetics, removing makeup before bed and using moisturizing skin serums.
Avoiding sudden weight loss or gain
Another factor affecting the skin is major weight loss or gain. If you intend to change your weight significantly, it is better to do so gradually over a long period of time.
Preventing direct sunlight
Because of the rays that are harmful to the skin, sunlight damages its different layers, which ultimately increases skin wrinkles and the formation of skin spots. A simple way to prevent such problems is to use sunscreen continuously. It is also better not to be exposed to the sun during the hours when its intensity is greater.
Healthy diet
A diet can be seen as having two general parts: sufficient water intake and eating healthy foods. Drinking enough water prevents dry skin and provides the moisture it needs. Using fresh foods such as fruits and vegetables, fish and grains also helps maintain the health of your skin.
Final words
Correcting smile and marionette lines with filler is a non-invasive and suitable method that, because it contains hyaluronic acid, has no particular side effects and will be absorbed by the skin over time. By eliminating wrinkles and also facial lines, fillers rejuvenate the skin and enhance skin beauty.