Some people develop a naturally downturned resting mouth position, giving the appearance of sadness, tiredness, or disapproval even when they feel perfectly fine. This is often due to overactivity of the depressor anguli oris (DAO) muscles, which pull the corners of the mouth downward.
Carefully placed Botox injections into the DAO weaken this downward pull, allowing the natural elevator muscles of the lips to lift the corners slightly. The result is a more relaxed, refreshed, and subtly happier resting expression without changing your personality or facial identity.
DAO Botox is a quick, low-downtime treatment and is commonly combined with chin or lip treatments for optimal balance around the lower face. Effects typically start within a few days and last 3–4 months. Proper dosing and anatomical precision are essential to avoid affecting speech or lip movement, which is why treatment should be performed by an experienced injector.
Softens a down-turned resting expression
Creates a more relaxed, approachable appearance
Non-surgical and minimally invasive
Creates a more relaxed, approachable appearance
Preserves natural facial movement
