How do cheek fillers reduce the appearance of smile lines?

As one of the most common early signs of ageing, lines and wrinkles are often caused by repeated facial expressions and movements, like smiling or laughing. Dermal fillers can provide an efficient and effective solution, reducing the appearance of these wrinkles and restoring a more youthful appearance. But how do cheek fillers reduce the appearance of smile lines? And what can you expect from this treatment?

What are the common causes of smile lines?

So first of all, what exactly are smile lines? Well, these are also known as laugh lines, and they tend to be fine, small lines that appear around the edges of the mouth and the eyes. For many of us, these appear when we laugh or smile, but over time, these lines can become deeper and more prominent, remaining visible even when your expression is neutral.

At the very start of the process, smile lines are caused by the repeated muscle movements when smiling or laughing. This movement also moves the skin to a new position, creating a fine expression line. However, as a natural part of the ageing process, the production of collagen and elastin both decrease. This leads to a loss of skin volume, along with elasticity, preventing the skin from returning to its original position, deepening these fine lines. This is also exacerbated by the loss of volume and the natural thinning of the skin tissue.

In addition, smile lines can also be caused by a range of environmental factors including smoking and overexposure to UV light.

So, how can cheek fillers be used to reduce smile lines?

Cheek fillers can be a very effective solution for reducing the appearance of smile lines, leading to a more youthful appearance. There are a number of reasons for this, including:

Adding volume- Dermal fillers involve injecting hyaluronic acid into the skin, where this can deliver volume in precise and specific locations. This includes cheek filler, which can be injected in very small amounts to level off fine lines and wrinkles, for smoother skin. As such, for smile lines, dermal filler can be used to correct these, improving overall appearance. 

Increasing collagen and elastin production- Dermal filler injections can also help replace lost collagen, by adding moisture and hydration, and increasing the natural production of collagen within the body. This results in skin that is plumper, healthier and younger looking. 

Controlled volume- When you choose a professional team like us here at The Skin and Wellbeing Clinic for your cheek fillers, you can be sure that we will use the right amount of filler to achieve natural looking, subtle results. 

A versatile response to smile lines- Smile lines don’t just affect one area, as they can also lead from the nose to the mouth, or from the corner of the mouth downwards, and they can also form around the eyes too. Cheek fillers provide a versatile response to the full range of smile lines, transforming all the areas of the face that have been impacted. As a result, working with a professional team like us, to identify the most effective injection sites and strategy for your facial structure can help ensure the best possible results.

For more information or advice about our range of treatments, including cheek fillers, get in touch with Preston’s leading aesthetic practitioners here at The Skin and Wellbeing Clinic.