Can anything be done to permanently treat crow's feet?

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hi, is there anything that can be done for crow's feet on a "permanant" basis that isn't laser or another procedure that causes hyperpigmentation? I'm getting an upper bleph and want to eliminate the crow's feet too, but I stay red for months after laser or chem treatments because I'm so fair. botox doesnt really do much for me, and whatever it does lasts a couple months at best. I'm 55. thank you

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD, FACS · Answer

Given your history I would suggest looking into microneedling.  Not RF microneedling but regular microneedling with perhaps the addition of PRP.  This procedure has a very low risk of pigmentation issues.  You will require several sessions and yearly maintenance along with Botox but you will get very nice results.

Nancy de Kleer, MD, FRCSC (Plast) · Answer

Great question - it would be wonderful to eliminate the lines permanently if it could be done, however it can't be done.
The reason is that the lines are mostly from contraction of the underlying muscles.  The muscles can be weakened with Botox or other neuromodulators to reduce the lines.  Using the right dose in the correct area regularly can really help.  These medications usually need to be repeated 3-4 times per year.     
If you have permanent lines as well as lines from muscle movement, they can be helped with laser treatments, and this can be done at or around the time of upper eyelid surgery, however as you mentioned, you will have to be careful about this due to your skin type and the redness that occurs.
All the best to you,
Dr. Nancy de Kleer

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Botox is the quickest way to soften the appearance of crow's feet.  If you are finding that it doesn't produce the results you want you may be a better candidate for either laser resurfacing or a lift.  Nothing is permanent as you will continue to age, but there are treatments for improvement.  I encourage you to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss your concerns and learn more about options.

John L. Burns Jr., MD · Answer

Nothing in plastic surgery in permanent and crow's feet are difficult as you can pull the wrinkles as it distorts the appearance.  The combination of a blepharoplasty, laser resurfacing, and botox would be most effective.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Partial excision of crows feet may be a part of upper and lower blepharoplasty. It will not eradicate but may improve the issue to a certain degree. This should be discussed with your surgeon.

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