Does lip corner Botox really change your impression when you have a neutral expression?

I look fine when I'm smiling, but when I look at photos with a blank expression, the corners of my mouth look particularly droopy.

It's not like I'm in a bad mood, but sometimes people around me ask if I look tired or angry, so it's actually kind of stressful lol.

So I am looking into lip corner Botox, and I am wondering if many people actually feel their impression becomes a little softer when they have a neutral expression.

I don't want my mouth corners to turn up sharply. I just wish the feeling of being pulled down too much when I'm still would be reduced a little.

However, since the area around the mouth moves constantly when speaking, smiling, or eating, I am also worried that if I get Botox injected incorrectly, it might make me feel awkward when speaking or make my facial expressions look unnatural.

Is it common for first-time recipients to start with a small amount to observe the reaction?

I am also curious if lip corner Botox is administered not only by looking from the front, but also by observing muscle movements when actually smiling or speaking.

My mouth corners drooping is more visible in videos than in photos, so would it be helpful to show you my usual videos or photos during the consultation?

I am also curious whether, once the effects appear, the difference is noticeable enough to be immediately apparent when looking in the mirror, or if it is just a subtle difference that only the individual can feel while those around them are unaware.

If anyone has received lip corner Botox and was satisfied with the natural results, please let me know how significant the actual change was.

If your expression can become natural without looking awkward, and just soften your neutral look a little, I’d like to get a consultation too :)