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Best Way to Get Rid of Smoker Lines on Upper Lip?
asked 4 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 99,263 times
Tags: lip lines, smokers lines, smoking, upper lip
Am not really a big smoker, just socially on weekends at most. That has not stoped smoker lines from showing on upper lips area. What can I do to repair besides stop smoking? Botox perhaps?
8 answers to Best Way to Get Rid of Smoker Lines on Upper Lip?
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Fraxel re:pair for smokers lip lines gives long lasting results
I use Fraxel re:pair CO2 laser for correcting upper lip lines.
If done as an isolated procedure, it can be done in less than 5 minutes with minimal discomfort, and no need for oral sedation or pain medication.
Sometimes, 2 treatments might be needed, but I have had good results with just one aggressive treatment.
Results should last about 5 years. You will have redness up to 2 months.
This is a very cost effective, and in my opinion, better-looking result, particularly for the deep lines....
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Combination approach to smokr lines work best!!
Smoker's lines around the lips are often a result of both direct damage to the skin from the smoke, causing vertical lines, and volume loss with aging.
I advocate a combination approach to improve the lips without ending up looking like a duck. I believe that filler material can be used to revolumize the lips and then the vertical lines can be treated by dermabrasion or laser resurfacing to "sand down" the wrinkles. I have used this combination of methods successfully many...
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Manish H. Shah, MD
Denver Plastic Surgeon
Denver Plastic Surgeon
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Smoker lines treatment options
“Smoker lines” are actually possible whether you smoke or not. Smoking breaks down the production of collagen which increases the appearance of wrinkles, so it’s good to avoid smoking altogether. But it’s not the only cause of these lines. Time, age and sun damage can also contribute to these wrinkles.
For the small, vertical lines above the upper lip, a filler such as Juvederm may be a good option. Because of this filler's smooth consistency, it works well to...
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Scott W. Mosser, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
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Filler, Botox
Fillers are the single best treatment for this problem. I like the underutilized Cosmoderm since I can go very superficially and not worry about the blue bleb that the hyaluronic acid fillers can create. There are a few tricks her that the experienced dermatologist or plastic surgeon can utilize. Run the filler along the vermilion border. Just a touch to prevent trout pout look. Go, not only up the line but also perpendicular to it. Be sparing,using microdroplets.
A bit of Botox in...
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Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
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Botox or Dysport can be used in the upper lip for Smokers Lines
Dysport or Botox can be used on the upper lip, and is a wondeful way to help in softening the wrinkles in that area. Unfortunately our collagen becomes broken down the older be get and the more we expose ourselves to free radicals such as pollution and smoking, perhaps a combination of Dermal filler and Botox/Dysport would be favorable, but it is hard to say without seeing your actual face. Visit with creditable doctors in your area for consultations to find the best fit for you.
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Sofia Rubbani, MD
Manhattan Oculoplastic Surgeon
Manhattan Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Options for "smoker's lines"
Despite what many people believe, smoker's lines or vertical lines above the upper lip are quite common regardless of whether or not someone smokes. This muscle is quite strong and works like a purse string effect. We usually recommend a treatment plan that combines more than one modality. Using small doses of Botox will help relax the underlying problem--an overactive muscle.
Unfortunatey, the effects wear off within approximately six weeks. Using cosmetic dermal fillers is a nice...
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Treating smoking lines and upper lip
There are a variety of fillers that can be successfully used around the upper lip.
It is impossible to determine the appropriate filler without seeing the actual lines. Other possibilities include CosmoDerm and CosmoPlast – both very popular fillers for lip lines.
Also sometimes fillers alone are not enough. In that situation, laser and a small amount of Botox may be required.
Injectable fillers usually improve these lines, but do not totally correct them. Additionally, getting...
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David Goldberg, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
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Botox and fillers to treat lines from smoking.
You can certainly try Botox or Injectable fillers. A cosmetic consultation will be the best to determine a treatment plan.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
Chicago Plastic Surgeon