Should I Botox non permanent lines?

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I have abused my skin throughout my life. I'm 32 and have been a smoker since the age of 15, I don't take good care of my skin have a high sugar diet etc. I now want to take care of my skin so have vowed to change. I have noticed when I raise my eyebrows there is a small line/crease on my forehead. However if I moisturise and drink water it doesn't show. Shall I get Botox to this line? Will getting Botox now prevent the line from becoming deeper/settling as I age? Thanks in advance for replies

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

Although   the quality of your photo is not very good and so it is hard to provide   advise, I can see that your eyebrows are raised in the photo (dynamic lines).   You're very lucky to have such great skin when taking into consideration your   lifestyle and so you will see great benefits from merely tweaking your   lifestyle habits. Quitting smoking and cutting back on sugar intake will   benefit your skin as this effects your skin in a number of ways: smoking can   cause accelerated ageing (crepiness, dryness) and high sugar intake can spike   your glucose levels and cause inflammation and breakouts. You may benefit   from Botox in the future but as your lines are dynamic you won't see much   improvement in your skin at this point as the substance dissolves within 6   months, by which time your lines will likely not have worsened without   it.

Rupert Critchley, MD, MRCGP · Answer

I would recommend botox to relax the forehead muscles that are causing the wrinkles to form.

Botox will also help from a preventative point of view and reduce the chances of this line becoming deeper.

It's great to also get on top of the lifestyle factors you have also outlined.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, Botox is a good option for this area and if used early, can slow a deeper wrinkle from forming. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your photographs and questions.  Botox injections properly placed in the area you are describing between your brows is an excellent option for you.  Botox (and also Dysport and Xeomen) will interact with the muscle causing less contracture and therefore decrease creasing and lines.  Best to consult with an experienced injector to discuss your particular concerns.  Best of luck.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Botox helps with lines and wrinkles. Your forehead line is multifacforial, but will likely respond nicely to Botox or Dysport. If you don't stop smoking you will age much faster. Botox can slow down the aging process, but not if you're smoking :(Best wishes, Dr. Aldo

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