The skin begins to age from the age of 25. A certain lifestyle, e.g. smoking, sunbathing and lack of sleep, causes the skin to age more quickly.
In addition to changes in skin color, the formation of wrinkles is one of the most obvious changes in appearance. Aesthetic or cosmetic wrinkle treatment can counteract the formation of wrinkles. However, it cannot stop the general ageing process.
There are now numerous methods for tightening or filling in wrinkles. In the right expert hands, wrinkle treatment can improve the appearance of the skin and therefore self-confidence.
However, health insurance companies do not cover the costs of cosmetic wrinkle treatment. You must therefore bear the costs of the treatment yourself.
There are no age limits for cosmetic wrinkle treatment. Some methods of wrinkle treatment involve minor surgical procedures. It is therefore important to check the patient's state of health in advance. If the patient is known to suffer from wound healing disorders, for example, this can interfere with the result or even lead to scarring.
In addition, the doctor often has to correctmisconceptions about the result to be achieved. The purpose of wrinkle treatment is not to improve the face through
- filling,
- injecting or
- tightening the skin ("facelift")
to achieve a youthful, smooth complexion. Rather, according to the guidelines, it is intended to smooth the appearance of the skin without changing the characteristic expression of the face.
The biggest advantage of wrinkle treatment is the rejuvenated and firmer appearance of the skin. This is an important criterion for some professional groups.
People with pronounced individual wrinkles, such as fine lines or nasolabial folds, also benefit from a smoother complexion.
For many people, cosmetic wrinkle treatment also means bringing their own appearance into line with the way they still feel when they are young. In this way, wrinkle treatment also contributes to psychological reassurance.
Both women and men use methods to treat wrinkles, such as injections © Africa Studio | AdobeStock
Different procedures can be used depending on the appearance of the skin and the depth of the wrinkles. Of course, the patient has a say in the procedure and their realistic, desired appearance serves as a guideline for the specialists. With regard to the method, they recommend the best possible treatment options based on the skin type and the expected result.
Classic laugh lines, for example, respond very well to botulinim toxin A(Botox). Experts like to use fillers for pronounced nasolabial folds. They fill in the valley that causes the wrinkle in the skin.
If, on the other hand, the skin as a whole is very dry and brittle, a CO2 laser may be able to help.
The following therapy methods are available for wrinkle treatment:
Depending on the method chosen, wrinkle treatment is a surgical procedure. As a result, side effects can of course also occur. The most common are skin irritations, e.g. redness. Swelling and hematomas ("bruises") are also possible.
However, in the hands of non-specialized providers, serious complications can also occur. These range from infections to unsightly scarring and can ultimately result in follow-up operations. It is therefore advisable to only look for suitable centers and proven experts for wrinkle treatment.
On this page you will find a list of recommended clinics and specialists. The doctors are mostly specialists in aesthetic and plastic surgery as well as specialized dermatosurgery. They are organized in their own practice or at larger clinics.