What are they? Wrinkles are caused by a loss of collagen and elastin-- the tissues in the skin that make it firm and elastic -- as we age. The degree of wrinkling depends on your genetic makeup, but smoking, dry skin and sun exposure (especially sunburns) make it worse. Dynamic motion -- making facial expressions -- also causes permanent creases over time.
Treatment
- Tretinoin(Retin-A), otherretinoids.
- Laser resurfacing. This process burns away the outer layer of skin, bringing a less wrinkled layer to the surface.
- Alpha hydroxy acids(AHAs). These slough off dead skin cells and stimulate collagen production, making cells look plumper.
- Collagen injections.
- Chemical peels.
- Botox injections.
- Fat transfer. Fat is taken out of the buttocks and injected into the creases in the face.
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