Fine Lines & Wrinkles

Imagine aging skin, and chances are, you think of wrinkles. Fine lines and wrinkles are a hallmark of aging. For many, they’re an unwanted change. You may not like the way they affect your appearance or may feel they make you look older than you are. Lines and folds can also make it harder to apply makeup.

Nothing can stop the process of aging, but our board-certified dermatologists at Capital Laser & Skin Care can help you slow its progression and minimize its effects. We can guide you through innovative treatments and high-quality skincare to help you restore and preserve your youthful, smooth skin for as long as possible.

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Learn More About Fine Lines & Wrinkles

There are different types of lines and wrinkles and not everyone develops the same ones. Some of the most common and recognized are dynamic wrinkles, which appear when you make facial expressions. Dynamic wrinkles include smile lines, crow’s feet, nasolabial folds, and frown lines or elevens. Repeated facial expressions over time and decreasing skin elasticity make these lines permanently etched in the skin.

The difference between fine lines and wrinkles is their depth. Fine lines typically appear first. They are shallow, faint creases in the skin. As they become deeper and more noticeable over time, they become wrinkles and folds.

The primary cause of lines and wrinkles is, of course, age. The reason they develop over time has to do with collagen and elastin. These essential proteins give our skin structure, keeping it smooth and firm. With sufficient collagen and elastin, the lines that appear around your eyes, mouth, or forehead when you smile will smooth out when your face relaxes. But as our skin loses its structure and elasticity, it’s less able to bounce back, and skin laxity occurs. Eventually, these wrinkles become permanent.

Our bodies naturally produce less collagen and elastin as we age. As collagen and elasticity decline, wrinkles increase. Age isn’t the only factor in collagen loss, however. Sun exposure, smoking, and environmental toxins can also damage collagen fibers, accelerating aging.

Your skin also becomes thinner and more fragile with time. It is less able to retain moisture and produces less oil, and dry skin is more prone to wrinkles. That’s why keeping your skin hydrated is crucial to preventing signs of aging.

There are many steps you can take to prevent and minimize wrinkles. Leading a healthy lifestyle, avoiding sun damage, and using high-quality skincare that moisturizes your skin are some of the most important actions you can take. These efforts won’t keep lines and wrinkles at bay forever, however. Fortunately, we offer numerous effective treatments to reduce wrinkles or help prevent them.

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Laser treatments resurface the skin to clear away damage and stimulate collagen production. Our dermatologists perform several popular laser resurfacing treatments with the most cutting-edge technology, including HALO®, Clear + Brilliant®, and Fraxel® Dual. These devices use different wavelengths of laser energy, but all provide incredible anti-aging results with minimal downtime.

Botulinum Toxin Injections

One of the most well-known wrinkle treatments is Botox®. This famous injectable and other botulinum toxin products smooth out dynamic wrinkles by relaxing facial muscles. The treatment is safe, proven, and convenient, with results lasting three to six months.

Microneedling

Microneedling, like laser resurfacing, helps clear away the damaged surface skin and triggers increased collagen production. A handheld device with tiny needles causes controlled damage that prompts a healing response. At Capital Laser & Skin Care, we combine microneedling with radiofrequency energy for even better results.

Dermal Fillers

Like Botox®, dermal fillers are a convenient injectable treatment that can reduce wrinkles. The gel-like injections add subtle volume that fills and smooths deep wrinkles and folds. Most dermal fillers also contain hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance that boosts hydration in the skin. We offer several popular brands like Juvederm® and Restylane®. These injectables require no downtime and last several months.

UltraClear® Laser Coring

Using cold fiber laser technology that’s safe for all skin types and tones, UltraClear® laser coring provides everything from light rejuvenation to deep collagen remodeling with minimal downtime and a more comfortable treatment experience. A single 30-minute treatment provides results for many people.

Take the First Step

Interested in learning more about our wrinkle solutions? We would love to speak with you. Please fill out the form on this page to request a consultation or call our Chevy Chase, MD office today at (301) 798-9699 to schedule your private consultation at our laser and cosmetic dermatology center, located just blocks away from Washington, D.C.

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