TREATING "SMOKERS" LINES WITH DERMAL FILLER

Also referred to as "barcode lines"; the medical term is "perioral lines" and we can treat this delicate area with a combination of treatments including dermal filler. These lines can often start as fine, feathered lines, but become deeper over time. It can be very difficult to conceal these lines and patients often complain of lipstick bleeding when they attend our clinic in Crosby. 

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DURATION

45-60 Minutes

DOWNTIME

You may have some initial redness, swelling or bruising.

RESULTS

Immediately but will improve over a 4-6 week period.

ANAESTHETIC

Topical Anaesthetic & Local Anaesthetic

WHAT ARE PERIORAL LINES?

These lines are vertical lines that appear from the border of the lip extending up towards the nose or down towards the chin. We may also see a horizontal line that runs across the philtrim, underneath the nostrils particularly when speaking. 

WHAT CAUSES VERTICAL LINES AROUND THE MOUTH?

There are several reasons why perioral lines form; Intrinsic ageing, which leads to loss of collagen, hyaluronic acid and a decreased skin tone. The muscle surrounding the area which we use consistently for eating, drinking and talking, becomes tired. Fat layers and bone density in the area reduce with age, which results in loss of elasticity and support for the tissues in the area. Extrinsic factors such as UV exposure, sun-bed use and smoking also contribute to increased ageing in the skin.

HOW DO WE TREAT VERTICAL LINES AROUND THE MOUTH?

Assessment of the patient needs to be made both at rest and on animation and involves the whole face, not just this small area.  Using an appropriate dermal filler and the correct technique, the tissues can be supported and the skin rehydrated, reducing the lines in order to improve the appearance of the area without looking overfilled but instead creating a natural result. 

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Depending on the severity of the lines, a staged-approach may be required using layers of dermal fillers or a combination treatment may be recommended which could include medical-grade skincare, skin peels, botulinum toxin A, microneedling, Endymed Skin Tightening, Endymed Intensif or Endymed Fractional Skin Resurfacing.

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PERIORAL LINES DERMAL FILLER BEFORE AND AFTER

This patient was concerned about the fine lines around the mouth area but conscious she did not want any volume above and below the lip or in the lip itself. The area around the lip was treated with a fine filler and the results show the improvement in the vertical lip lines one week following treatment.

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Tear trough filler before
Tear trough filler after

FAQs

  • How can I get rid of smokers lines?

    Perioral rejuvenation restores the lost volume, reducing lines and wrinkles and improving the overall appearance of the mouth area. These natural results can be obtained through a combination of different treatment methods including Obagi medical-grade skin care, microneedling, skin peels, Botulinum toxin A, dermal fillers, skin tightening, fractional resurfacing or Endymed intensif.

  • Will lip injections help smokers lines?

    Yes, hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are used to help treat this area. It is important that the most appropriate hyaluronic acid is used for this delicate area to ensure you achieve the most natural look without over-protrusion. Examples include Juvederm Volbella® or Juvederm Volift® or Belotero Balance®

  • Does drinking water help with dermal fillers?

    As part of your dermal filler aftercare we do recommend that you drink water. Drinking water can keep your skin hydrated and enhance the effect of hyaluronic acid fillers. After your treatment, we can also recommend skin care products that complement the effects of your result.

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