Let’s talk perioral rhytids (aka Smokers Lines)

The vertical lines that appear around the mouth are the result of two things: repetitive movement of the muscle around the mouth and thinning of the overlying skin.

These stubborn and deep lines can become difficult to treat and are a very common concern as we age.

The key to addressing these lines is two-fold: careful and subtle filler within the lines alongside skin resurfacing to promote collagen formation. And for certain patients, a few drops of Botox into the muscle around the mouth can be the icing on the cake.

Think of the lines as peaks and valleys. The best results are achieved if we work to bring the peaks down (skin resurfacing with medical grade skincare, in-office chemical peels, and laser treatments) and raise the valleys (meticulous placement of filler alongside a small amount of Botox to soften the underlying scrunching muscle).