Wrinkling is inevitable for everyone, though some people develop far fewer, less noticeable wrinkles than others. Whether you would like to prevent or reduce the appearance of current wrinkles, the skincare experts at Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases, serving Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, Sandy Springs, GA, and the nearby regions, can offer assistance.

Topical Treatments  

Topical treatments are often the first step in repairing skin before or after wrinkles develop. These creams and serums contain ingredients that penetrate the skin, encourage cell turnover, enhance collagen production, or optimize the skin's ability to retain moisture. Some have a combination of these benefits.

Alpha-hydroxy acids consist of acids from fruits, and they can improve the appearance of wrinkles in a subtle manner. Therefore, results won't look fake.

Retinoids are a group of creams containing vitamin A. They're commonly used on patients with psoriasis or acne, but they can also enhance cell turnover and collagen production to help with wrinkling.

Moisturizers are particularly beneficial for preventing wrinkles from forming, and a dermatologist from our practice, serving Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, Sandy Springs, GA, and the neighboring communities, can prescribe prescription-strength ones so you receive the highest level of results, or a specialist can recommend the best over-the-counter ones to use.

Cosmetic Treatments

Whether you'd like to be a bit more proactive or choose a more intense option for treatment, cosmetic treatments for wrinkles are available.

For instance, facial fillers attract moisture to an area to fill in fine lines and wrinkles and volumize the skin. They are also known to promote collagen production, which is necessary for skin elasticity. These tend to provide results for six months to a year.

Botox is one of the wrinkle treatments people commonly think about when they think of a cosmetic treatment for wrinkles, and for good reason — this treatment received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2002 and has been used ever since. Botox hinders a muscle's ability to contract, which, in return, can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and prevent new ones from forming. The results usually last up to six months before you need a retreatment.

Chemical peels are another option. They use a chemical, particularly an acid, to reveal a new layer of skin with less wrinkling and other imperfections.

A visit with one of our dermatologists at Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases, serving Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming, Sandy Springs, GA, and the surrounding areas, can have you looking younger with fewer, less pronounced wrinkles. Prevention is available, too.

You can reach them at:

• Alpharetta, GA, by calling (770) 664-5225
• Cumming, GA, by calling (770) 844-1902
• Roswell, GA, by calling (770) 751-1133
• Sandy Springs, GA, by calling (404) 252-4333

Call today.