Crows Feet

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What is it?

Where do those pesky lines at the corners of your eyes come from? The short answer is age and the accumulation of squinting and smiling that comes with the passing years. As your skin ages, it naturally reduces the production of collagen and elastin, the proteins that help our skin have structure and elasticity. Combine the loss of these proteins with repetitive creasing from daily expressions and you get crow's feet. 

Different skin types are more susceptible to "holding on" to these wrinkles, resulting in an appearance some patients feel inappropriately ages their appearance. Sun exposure can hasten the appearance of these wrinkles. The good news? Our board-certified providers at Clarkston Dermatology have expertise in reducing the appearances of fine lines and wrinkles so you can feel good about your skin again.

How is it treated?

Based on your skin type and the severity of your crow's feet, our team of providers will recommend the best treatment to achieve your goals. For some patients, prescription medications, like topical retinols, may offer some improvement. For most patients, neurotoxins like Botox® or Dysport® are the preferred and most impactful treatment. We inject Botox or Dysport into key areas of the skin to relax the facial muscles that contract to cause wrinkles. Results can be fast, often as soon as a week.

For some patients, a series of chemical peels is the best way to manage the appearance of crow's feet. By using a naturally-derived chemical solution on your face, we remove the outer layer of skin to leave you with a fresher, smoother complexion.

Laser resurfacing can be another effective option for crow's feet in addition to wrinkles across the face, neck, or chest. These treatments change the texture of your skin, resulting in lasting improvements in lines and wrinkles in addition to reducing brown spots and minimizing pore size. Schedule with one of our offices in Oxford or Clarkston, Michigan to see which treatment option is best for you.