Lines/veins when smiling, is there a solution for this? (photos)

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I don’t know if it it a vein or just my bone structure but it is very bad when I smile in the corners of my eyes outside the bridge of my nose.. it seems like to also connects to a vein in my forehead that pops out. Is there any solution for this?

John Landi, MD · Answer

Forehead veins can be treated by sclerotherapy with very excellent results.  Veins at the bridge of the nose are called angular veins and should not be treated as they drain directly into the brain.

Albert Malvehy, MD · Answer

we treat veins in the forehead routinely; treating these may make the veins around the bridge of the nose smaller. Veins at the bridge of the nose themselves, however, cannot be treated because they drain directly into veins which also drain the brain and eyes, so are not safe to close.

Laura Riehm, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and posting a picture.  You sound normal.  If this really bothers you, you might consider some baby Botox to reduce the muscle movement.  You also might be suffering from some volume loss in your face that would require a little dermal filler.  Look for an experienced injector in your area with excellent reviews.  Do not go to the cheapest provider.  You will get what you pay for.  I hope this helps.

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