Dermal fillers such as the new Vollure are better choices for lines in the cheeks. Botox in that area would alter your facial expressions and probably not correct the problem.
Thank you for your question Weraw47. Botoxis a purified protein used to address wrinkles associated with facialexpression. It is important to communicate effectively so that everyone is on the same page. The term "smile lines" is ambiguous because it can either refer to the nasolabial folds or the crow's feet. These wrinkles are both seen when one smiles. The nasolabial folds are wrinkles that go from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth. These are treated with fillers such as Voluma and Vollure, which restore lost volume. The amount required varies from person to person. For my patients I usually recommend starting with two syringes and going from there. The crow's feet are the lines seen around the eyes when one smiles. These are caused by contraction of the muscle that goes around the eyes. Crow's feet are treated by relaxing this muscle with Botox. The pivotal studies demonstrated that when 24 units of Botox are used in this area (12 units per side) peak effects are seen at 2 weeks and most people enjoy their results for 3-4 months. Please click the link above for pricing information. Please consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!
