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Marionette Lines Filler Gone Wrong: Signs & How to Fix

Written by an Expert Aesthetic Content Writer Lisa.
Reviewed by Expert Medical Director Dr. Raj Thethi
Published on: April 19, 2025
Fillers

Marionette Lines Filler Gone Wrong

Do you want to appear younger and more confident? One of the methods through which this is possible is using Dermal fillers to reduce marionette lines. But marionette line fillers may go wrong in rare cases.

These facial lines run from the sides of the mouth down to the chin. They can make you appear sad or tired, even if you are not. Fillers can help soften these lines and give your face a fresh look. But sometimes, things can go wrong. 

In this blog, we will explain everything you need to know about marionette line fillers, what happens when they go wrong, and how to stay safe.

Marionette Lines

Marionette lines are the small folds or wrinkles that develop as we age. They start from the sides of your mouth and run down to your chin. These lines become deeper with time due to ageing, gravity, and loss of skin elasticity. Many people feel that marionette lines give them a sad appearance, even when they’re not sad. Fillers soften these lines and make the face appear smoother.

Smoothing Them Out with Marionette Lines Filler

Fillers can lift the skin, fill out deep lines, and restore volume to sunken areas. The procedure is brief, and you tend to see the results immediately. This is why fillers are so well-liked by individuals who wish to appear younger without undergoing surgery.

How Common is Marionette Lines Filler Gone Wrong?

Marionette line filler going wrong is a rare scenario. Fillers are safe if skilled professionals perform them. But things can go wrong, particularly when the person performing it is not skilled. Although not very common, filler issues do occur. Individuals have complained about puffiness, lumps, pain, and even alterations in their appearance.

Signs That Marionette Line Fillers Gone Wrong

You should get concerned if you notice any of the following signs:

  • Notices Uneven Results on both sides of your face
  • Swollen of Puffy face appears too puffy or .
  • You experience pain or notice redness in the treated area.
  • You notice bumps or lumps under the skin.
  • Your smile is altered, or your face appears asymmetrical.
  • You appear worse, not improved.

These signs mean that the marionette line fillers have gone wrong because it was not done properly. Sometimes, there’s too much filler placed in the wrong area, or the wrong type of filler is used.

What are the Causes of Bad Marionette Lines Filler?

There are a few reasons why fillers go wrong:

  1. Too much filler used – If someone puts in too much, it can weigh your face down.

  2. Insufficient Filler – Filling out the marionette lines can be insufficient. Your cheeks and chin sometimes must be filled too, to put your face back in balance.

  3. Weak Chin not Addressed – The marionette lines appear less well if there is a weak chin. Your practitioner should fill the chin as well.

  4. Bad technique – If not qualified, the person who gives the treatment might administer the filler in the wrong place.

  5. Poor-quality products – Cheap or imitation fillers may result in allergic reactions and infection.

Many of them have shared their negative experiences on the web. One reported that her face appeared uneven and puffy following a filler session. She saw someone who wasn’t a physician.

How to Fix Botched Marionette Filler?

Marionette Line Filler can go wrong if not done it correctly and results in puffiness, lumps, uneven or it can look more worse. This is not so common but it happens due to bad technique, insufficient or too much filler. So, what to do if your fillers got botched?

The following is what you may do:

    Don’t Worry – Bad fillers are reversible, so don’t worry. Just like they gave you immediate results, they can be resolved.

    Contact Your Practitioner – Contact your injector right away or visit an experienced and result-oriented aesthetic clinic. They will assess the signs of bad fillers and plan the next step.

    Hyaluronidase Injection – The doctor can use an enzyme called hyaluronidase to break down the filler. This special enzyme dissolves the filler safely away. The effects might take a few days to show completely, but it corrects lumps or puffiness.

    Don’t Attempt to Repair Yourself – Never massage or press the area unless your doctor instructs you to. And don’t fill it in more to cover it up. That may make it worse.

    How To Stay Safe from Bad Fillers?

    You can prevent issues by doing the correct thing:

      Go to Someone Qualified and Certified – Request to look at their certificates. Read reviews and look at their previous work photos.

      Avoid Cheap Packages – Avoid cheap deals. If it’s too good to be true, then it is.

      Book a Pre-Treatment Consultation – Question what product will they use, and how many treatments have they performed?

      Fill in Slowly – Prefer going slow. It’s better to do more fillers later than to add too much in the beginning.

      Adhere to AfterCare – Listen to your practitioner. Do not touch or rub the area. Avoid the sun and don’t do strenuous exercise immediately after treatment.

      Final Thoughts

      When carried out by a skilled practitioner, Dermal filler Leeds is a good option to look fresh and younger. But things can go wrong, and it is distressing. You don’t look like you, and you even hurt. That’s why it’s so crucial to choose the best aesthetic clinic carefully.

      Always pick someone who has a clue what they’re doing. Don’t do it for the least amount of money. Your face is unique. Handle it carefully. Fillers should make you feel happy and confident, not vice versa. So, take your time, ask good questions, and choose wisely.

      FAQs

      1. How long do marionette line fillers take to settle?

      They usually settle in 1 to 2 weeks to settle and give the final results. 

      2. How do I know if my fillers went wrong?

      If you see lumps, pain, swelling, or an uneven shape, speak to your doctor.

      3. How do celebrities get rid of marionette lines?

      Celebrities use fillers, laser treatments, skin tightening, or surgery to get rid of marionette lines.

      4. What makes marionette lines worse?

      Ageing, sun damage, smoking, and losing facial fat can make them worse.

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      Yorkshire Skin Centre in Leeds is a CQC-registered medical clinic. It is led by Dr Raj Thethi who completed his core surgical training in hospitals around West Yorkshire before branching into aesthetics. Dr Raj Thethi is a Northern Territory Regional Expert for an international dermal filler company called Teoxane. He also sits on their National UK Faculty.

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