What are Fine Lines and Wrinkles?
Wrinkles are lines that form in the skin as part of the body’s natural aging process and appear as folds or creases in the skin. While wrinkles can appear anywhere on the body, they are often most obvious on the face, arms, and neck.
What Causes Wrinkles?
Facial movements and UV sun damage are the main causes of wrinkles, but lifestyle factors and genetics also play a significant role in wrinkle development.
Every day, we make habitual facial expressions, such as frowning, squinting, and smiling, which require the contraction of facial muscles. In turn, these repeated expressions can lead to what are known as dynamic wrinkles, such as frown lines, forehead lines, and crow’s feet. Neuromodulators such as Botox are the gold standard treatment for combatting dynamic lines and wrinkles.
The other leading cause of wrinkles is the sun’s UV rays which can harm the skin’s cells, damaging collagen and elastin fibers to result in premature aging. Because UV light breaks down these fibers, it can also lead to unwanted signs of aging, such as wrinkles and skin discoloration. At UnionDerm, we offer a variety of proven technologies and skin resurfacing techniques to treat wrinkles caused by UV damage for a rejuvenated appearance.
Treatment Options: Dynamic Wrinkles
Botox
Botox (botulinum toxins) is an injectable treatment designed to smooth dynamic wrinkles. Botulinum toxins available at UnionDerm include: Botox, Daxxify, Dysport, Xeomin, and Jeuveau. When injected into a targeted facial muscle, botulinum toxins work by temporarily relaxing the muscle, prohibiting it from contracting. This results in a reduction of noticeable lines for a more youthful appearance. Botox, and others, can also be used in younger patients (18 years and older) to prevent wrinkles from forming later in life.
Treatment Options: Wrinkles from UV Damage
Fraxel Re:store Dual
Fraxel (re:store dual) is a non-ablative laser, meaning it uses a precise wavelength of light to heat the deeper layers of the skin without damaging the surface. It works by creating micro-wounds in the skin, stimulating collagen production to restore volume and smooth the skin’s appearance.
Fraxel Re:pair
Fraxel (re:pair) is an ablative laser that uses fractional CO2 technology to create small, controlled injuries in the skin. These injuries stimulate the body’s natural healing process, promoting collagen production to smooth wrinkles and improve skin texture. Compared to non-ablative lasers, Fraxel Re:pair penetrates deeper into the skin, allowing it to address more severe sun damage and wrinkles for noticeable improvements.
RF Microneedling
Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling aids in skin structure through the production of collagen and elastin. By improving skin texture and tone, RF microneedling is ideal for treating wrinkles and lines, as well as improving overall skin tone and texture for a rejuvenated complexion.
Picoway Resolve
The Picoway laser treats wrinkles caused by UV damage by employing its ultra-short picosecond laser pulses, stimulating collagen production to improve skin texture and tone. In addition to smoothing wrinkles, this laser targets pigmentation, breaking up melanin deposits and improving skin clarity.
Schedule a Consultation
If you are bothered by your fine lines and wrinkles, please contact us today to schedule a consultation appointment with one of our board-certified dermatologists. We have four convenient locations in New York and Connecticut: Central Park, Union Square, the Hamptons, and Greenwich.
