Smile Lines and Botox

Michael Law, MD answers: Can smile lines be treated with Botox?

the smile lines are really pronounced on my face. the lines really bother me. can you share how i can best get rid of smile lines, botox for example works well?


Michael Law, MD
12 months ago

Patients will often ask me if I can "get rid of this line" in regards to facial lines and wrinkles that may not necessarily contribute to the appearance of age or fatigue.

My strong feeling about the softening of facial lines and wrinkles is this:

  • if it doesn't 'age' you, and it doesn't make you look tired or worried, then don't spend your hard-earned money trying to make it go away.
  • Some lines actually do add warmth and character to the face, and an older face with NO lines usually looks a bit odd.
  • Some smiles that may add age to the face can be treated conservatively with Botox.
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