A downturned mouth (often called a “sad mouth”) happens when the corners of the lips naturally angle downward due to muscle pull, volume loss, aging, or genetics. QD Skin Clinic offers targeted lifting, contouring, and balancing treatments to lift the corners, soften the shadows, and create a naturally brighter expression.

1. Corner Lift Filler (Core Treatment)

Targeted Hyaluronic Acid Filler at the Mouth Corners
Adds subtle support under the corners to turn them gently upward.

Benefits:

• Lifts downturned corners
• Softens harsh shadows
• Creates a brighter, friendlier expression
• Natural, non-surgical improvement

Ideal for mild to moderate downward tilt.

2. DAO Botox (Depressor Anguli Oris Botox)

Micro-Dose Botox to the DAO Muscles
Relaxes the muscles that pull the lip corners downward.

Helps with:

• Lifting the corners slightly upward
• Reducing the “sad” expression
• Balancing facial expression muscles

Often combined with corner filler for best lift.

3. Marionette Line Fillers (If Lines Are Pulling Downward)

Lower-Face Structural Fillers
Adds support in the marionette area so the mouth corner doesn’t fold downward.

Benefits:

• Softer mouth shadows
• Smoother lower face
• Less downward pull on the corners

Great for deeper, structural downturned appearance.

4. HIFU Lower-Face Lifting

Shurink / Ulfit HIFU
Lifts sagging lower-face tissue that weighs down the lip corners.

Helps with:

• Early jowls
• Lower-cheek heaviness
• Downward pull from midface sagging

Creates a cleaner, lifted mouth-to-chin contour.

5. Thread Lift (Subtle Corner Lift Option)

PDO / PCL Threads
Mechanically lifts the corner of the mouth and supports the lower face.

Benefits:

• Visible lift
• Reduced drooping
• Long-term collagen stimulation

Best for moderate sagging or strong downward pull.

6. LDM Therapy for Skin Quality & Firmness

LDM Micro-Ultrasound
Improves elasticity and supports lower-face treatments.

Benefits:

• Better skin tightness
• Reduced puffiness
• Smoother perioral area

Ideal as maintenance after lifting or filler treatments.

7. Combination Plan for Best Results

QD Skin Clinic often blends:

• Corner Filler + DAO Botox
• Marionette Filler + HIFU
• Threads + Corner Filler
• HIFU + LDM for long-term tightening

Ensures natural, balanced lifting based on each face type.

Who Benefits Most From This Program?

• Downward-angled lip corners
• “Sad mouth” appearance
• Smile that droops asymmetrically
• Shadows forming from the corners downward
• Lower-face sagging weighing down the lips

Expected Results

• Lighter, lifted lip corners
• Softer shadows and folds
• More positive, refreshed expression
• Better balance around the mouth
• Improved lower-face contour