Lines and Wrinkles

Lines and wrinkles are creases that develop as the skin changes with age and repeated movement. They commonly appear on the forehead, around the eyes and mouth, between the eyebrows, and along the lower face. Lines may also develop on the neck and chest.

Some wrinkles are most noticeable when making facial expressions, while others remain visible when the face is at rest. Steele Creek Dermatology offers a range of cosmetic dermatology treatments that may be considered based on the type of lines or wrinkles you would like to address.

COMMON AREAS FOR LINES AND WRINKLES

• Forehead
• Between the eyebrows
• Around the eyes
• Around the mouth
• Lower face and jawline
• Neck
• Chest

WHAT CAUSES LINES AND WRINKLES?

Several factors contribute to the development of lines and wrinkles. As skin ages, it naturally loses some collagen and elastin, which can reduce firmness and elasticity. Repeated facial expressions such as smiling, frowning, and squinting can also create visible creases over time.

Long-term sun exposure can contribute to premature skin aging, while the loss of facial volume that occurs with age or weight changes may make folds and wrinkles more noticeable.

COMMON FACTORS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO WRINKLES

• Natural aging
• Repeated facial expressions
• Sun exposure
• Loss of collagen and elasticity
• Changes in facial volume

Lines and wrinkles treatment depends on what is causing the concern, where it appears, and the type of improvement you are looking for. Some treatments focus on facial muscle movement, while others restore volume, resurface the skin, or support collagen production.

Steele Creek Dermatology offers several options that may be used to address lines and wrinkles which may include:

• BOTOX® AND FILLERS
  Injectables and fillers may help soften certain expression lines or restore lost facial volume.
  
  
• CHEMICAL PEELS
  Chemical peels may improve fine lines along with uneven skin tone and texture.
  
  
• MICRONEEDLING
  Microneedling supports collagen production and may help improve fine lines and skin texture.
  
  
• VIRTUE RF MICRONEEDLING
  Virtue RF combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to address concerns including fine lines and skin laxity.
  
  
• COOLPEEL CO2 LASER RESURFACING
  CoolPeel may improve fine lines and other visible signs of skin aging.
  
  
• IPL PHOTOFACIAL
  IPL may be considered when lines and wrinkles occur alongside redness, pigmentation, or sun damage. Your provider can evaluate your skin and recommend an approach based on the location and type of lines or wrinkles you would like to address.