How to treat deep wrinkles

There are many different ways to treat deep wrinkles. It depends on their location and cause.

• BOTOX Cosmetic may be used to prevent a wrinkle caused by repetitive muscle movement from getting deeper
• Injectable filler materials (e.g., Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse) may be used to temporarily fill the wrinkle
• Lasers (e.g., carbon dioxide, erbium:YAG) may be used to resurface the skin
• Chemical peels and dermabrasion may also be used to resurface the skin

An evaluation by a physician is necessary to determine which treatments are best for a given patient. Minimizing sun exposure and using sunblock are also important to reduce the development of wrinkles and the risk of developing skin cancer.