What Are the Treatments for Wrinkled Skin?
Treating wrinkles is a large part of the skin care industry. Most of the people who invest in such treatments want to look as young as they can for as long as possible. Depending on your commitment and bank balance, there are different ways to go about reducing wrinkles.
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Antiaging Creams
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Choose from a plethora of face creams marketed for their antiaging or regenerating qualities. Most are moisturizers that hydrate the skin and plump up the skin, thereby making wrinkles less noticeable.
Chemical Peels
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Chemical peels are performed in salons or doctors' offices. An acid is applied to the skin which burns off the top layer. When the old skin peels away (after forming a scab) new skin grows in its place.
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Dermabrasion
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With this medical technique, a doctor uses a rotating wire brush that sands off the very top of the skin. This technique is good at smoothing deep lines and wrinkles.
Laser Resurfacing
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A laser or infrared light is used to resurface the skin by sloughing off the topmost layer. The laser is able to penetrate deeply without causing burns or damaging the surface of the skin. The heat of the laser accelerates healing.
Plastic Surgery
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This is the most expensive and extreme way to treat wrinkles. A surgeon literally pulls the skin up and out, stretching it to smooth the wrinkles.
Injections
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For deep lines, a doctor can inject collagen in the area. This plumps the wrinkles and provides a smoother look.
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