What's the Best Way to Get Rid of Crows Feet?

There are essentially 2 main categories of facial lines - dynamic and static. Dynamic lines are those produced by the actions of the underlying muscles. This can be illustrated by actively frowning (see the vertical lines between the brows?) or smiling/squinting (see the lines outside the eyes - i.e. crow's feet?). In contrast, static facial lines are those that are present all times - even during complete rest or sleep, i.e. - these lines are actual lines present on the skin resulting... more

The best option for wrinkles at the corners of the eyes (crow's feet) is to use a neuromodulator, such as Botox or Dysport. These treatments temporarily weaken the small muscles in this area which cause these wrinkles while smiling or squinting. The crow's feet, horizontal forehead wrinkles and vertical wrinkles between the eyebrows are the three most commonly treated areas with Botox and Dysport. The effects typically last 3-4 months when patients first begin using Botox, however,... more

Botox is a great way to paralyze the muscles that create crows feet for a 3-6 month fix. For the actually crease of the wrinkle, botox will not reduce that appearance unless done over time and repeatedly. Many times, wrinkle creation can be improved by filling. Wrinkles are like the folds that show up when a grape shrinks into a raisin. To make a raisin look more like a grape, all it needs is a little water or a little volume. This same thing applies to a person's face. Sometimes... more