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Upper lip and smoker’s wrinkles
Due to the high UV index in Brisbane, removing lip wrinkles is in the top 5 most frequently requested treatments that I get asked. Treatments will always depend on the severity of wrinkling- in severe cases, laser resurfacing is needed for the best results, in some cases fillers like Juvederm, Restylane and Radiesse can provide an excellent result with no downtime.
What treatment options do I have for upper lip lines and wrinkles?
There are several options that reliably erase upper lip lines and wrinkles.
My favoured treatment for moderate to severe lines and wrinkles is that of laser resurfacing. Laser works be ‘erasing’ the lines and stimulating new collagen. Results are instant, but recovery times vary.
Another method to treat mild to moderate lines and wrinkles is a combination of Botox and filler. This method is temporary, and needs to be repeated every 3-12 months. The upside is that downtime is zero. I prefer fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm or Radiaesse to treat lines in this area.
Why is laser treatment better than fillers for moderate to severe upper lip lines?
In my opinion laser resurfacing is better than fillers for moderate to severe wrinkles due to the following reasons-
Treatment is permanent and does not need to be repeated every 6-12 months-unlike filler. This does not mean you will never get wrinkles again, but with laser resurfacing I can ‘take your skin back 15-20 years’.
Laser resurfacing gives a much better ‘blend.’ By blending I mean it can treat other areas apart from the lip. Most patients with lip wrinkles and lines will also have wrinkles on the cheeks, lower lip and around the eyes- laser can address all these areas.
Fillers ‘fill and hydrate the skin’ with a natural substance called HA or Hyaluronic Acid. Fillers do not stimulate collagen. Lasers on the other hand can also address sun damage and pre cancer cells, as well as stimulating HA and collagen by your immune system.
What type of laser do I use for treating wrinkles?
My most used treatment is a combination of both CO2 laser and Erbium laser, in the one session. This gives excellent results, but the downside is that it takes up to 10 days before skin recovers. Fraxel laser, in my opinion is only modest in improvement of wrinkles and lines. Up to 3 treatments are needed. The upside is that this is a safe treatment with little downtime- ideal for anxious patients. RF or RadioFrequency treatment is marketed as fractional resurfacing by cosmetic clinics. It is not. RF can stimulate collagen, however it s role is early scar remodelling and compounded collagen stimulation. RF by itself, will need 4-5 treatments, and the outcome will be mild to modest at best. Not my ideal treatment. If I perform RF it is with either the Instensif Endymed system or the Infini with PRP.
Why do filler treatments suit some people better than laser resurfacing?
Filler are ideal for fine lines and moderate wrinkles but most importantly in patients who cannot have the downtime associated with laser resurfacing. Fillers are literally a walk in walk out procedure, whilst laser treatments are conducted in theatre and will be associated with a healing time of 4-10 days; depending on the severity of wrinkles and lines.
Thanks for watching, please subscribe if you like this channel, educational videos every Saturday morning, Brisbane time Australia.
Dr Davin Lim, Aesthetic and laser dermatologist.

[@Rellyjayne]

There will be a whole lot of the younger generation needing this in a few years due to selfies where they're pouting hahaha 😁

[@drdavinlim]

Yeah, I think so.... but newer gen have misconception of what NICE lips should be like. DL

[@teresacase3473]

Rell Tuttle Lol! so true😂😂

[@mariedelozier2530]

nan elle ; Haw!! Their mouths will look like chicken's asses!! How kissable!!😲

[@paulalowery7411]

Ikr? Big butts and big lips define the Millennium era. People 50 yrs. from now are gonna think that the turn of the century (this century) female standard of beauty was very strange; kinda like we do now about the pointy bras of the 50s.

[@hunterbravo9638]

AHHH, you are right, they all pout up.

[@suecone2198]

I haven’t smoked in many many years but then came the info to use a straw when drinking to keep your teeth white! At this point of my life I am not sure which is better white teeth or less wrinkles. I also think it will be hard to find someone in my area with your skill and truthfulness. Thanks for showing what works. Thanks

[@susanwilkie8019]

Thanks for covering this subject 😀 Upper Lip lines are a big issue for me. Not a smoker! Years of chronic pain, drinking out of water bottles & genetics are the source for me. If I was in Aussieland I'd be a patient. I live minutes from Dr Lee's office, I will make appt at her office to look into the procedures you have mentioned here. Thanks again 😀

[@drdavinlim]

Thanks. Davin Lim

[@indigoblue4me]

All my lipstick used to "bleed" due to smoker's lip-wrinkles (in my early 20s 😮). I quit smoking when I turned 25 and the problem slowly decreased until it completely disappeared. I am now almost 60 years old, and the problem never returned (no lipstick "bleed"). I'm so glad I quit smoking for so many reasons, and this is one of them. (Blackheads were also terrible in the years I smoked.) I understand all the causes you mention in this video... I'm just stating my experience. Hopefully it will help others. 💗

[@peacelovejoy8786]

Thank God you quit smoking pretty young! You dodge a bullet for sure...I'm 65 and never smoked but my sister continued up until she was diagnosed with emphysema! COPD is NOT curable, blackheads no worries, they won't kill you Sis is 68 and on oxygen 24-7 and she's miserable! Cigarettes should be outlawed - they are a slow suicide😒 We don't live on the earth, we are passing through it - Take care 😉

[@wigglesrebornnursery5224]

Yes woman may smoke more than men,only because men stress us so we need a cigarette to calm down lol thanx for sharing

[@vivianviljakainen5098]

If you have a man who stress you - and if you really didn't do anything to make him to act like an idiot then it's 100 times better to be single! No man/ woman deserves shit relationship and loosing health and money on smoking !

[@vivianviljakainen5098]

@@wigglesrebornnursery5224 Me too sister! 💪

[@totoro9590]

What a load of crap! What are we doing? We are blaming men now for our own shortcomings so that we can feel guilt free....come on, take responsibility for your own actions ladies. Nowadays everyone wants to lay blame on others ....that's really pitiful 👎

[@totoro9590]

@@wigglesrebornnursery5224 hang on a minute....you make a comment and all is well with the world, I make a comment and I have to get a life??? I don't think that blaming men for women smoking is at all funny when so many people die from smoking....or do you find that statistic funny as well....

[@totoro9590]

@@wigglesrebornnursery5224 FYI I can say what the hell I want! I make a simple comment and I get your entire life story about your family members both living and dead which had absolutely nothing to do with what I said. You brought them up for no reason and began this tirade of bullying and abuse. Just because I don't agree with you doesn't make me a bad person, petty, or that I have no life. I never once abused you. If you don't like people challenging your views don't put them out there.

[@emilyrains]

i love your channel. It is informative and you never push product. In fact, you inform viewers so they avoid wasting money on products that don't deliver. Thank you for that.

[@judiyoung3767]

If only I were rich!

[@susans2255]

I’m a72 and a new subscriber as of today. I’ve already watched 8 of your videos and find them very informative. Love love your channel and your happy personality! Since you have a great sense of humor, I have to give you a bad time. I guess you don’t have sisters so you wouldn’t know, but we women do not pucker when applying lipstick-that would never work. A smooth surface is needed to make it look even. There, never too old to learn. 😊😊

[@drdavinlim]

LOL, thanks Susan. You wouldn't believe the age of my new subs- 20 % over 55 year old!! Thanks for your insight. Davin Lim

[@lolablack1111]

👍🏻

[@ElsaVille]

Thanks very much for showing these methods of smoothing out these dastardly wrinkles. Since childhood I've always loved to whistle and now it looks like I've been a heavy smoker for years because I have deep wrinkles above my upper lip. If, and hopefully when, I have the surgery or other treatment, I'm guessing I'd have to cut down on the whistling! 😆

[@caminelson94]

I feel using straws contributes to lip wrinkles! Good for protecting teeth, bad for wrinkles. I wish you were in the states!

[@drdavinlim]

Good one ... DL

[@Jay1988k]

me toooooooooo!!!!!!! on both counts

[@anitawiglit1806]

true but the amount of straw use versus a smoker, daily is worlds apart. average smoker purses their lips several hundred times a day, while a straw drinker averagers a few dozen. you can put the straw on the side of your teeth to avoid purses.

[@kqu3202]

I want to know that you can do laser for skin Type 4 because it plastic surgeon told me you have to put some kind of cream for 8 weeks and then they can do it the laser for all the faces

[@cynthiareynolds3432]

Straws did it for me. I've drunk coffee w/straws since I started drinking coffee. Ironically it was to keep my teeth unstained. I only have one that's minor, but I see more coming when I wrinkle my mouth. They can be treated w/fillers. I still use straws & now I'm also destroying the environment.

[@beedee4427]

ABSOLUTELY AGREE re lipstick theory. I was a professional Make-Up Artist for about 15 years and I never stepped outside my front door without a perfectly applied matt red lipstick. Apart from lip balm, for about 20 years I never wore any other colour. The upkeep of this was ongoing through the day, which was fine because I always worked in front of a great make-up mirror and lighting. I am now 50 and despite having incredible skin, I do have "smokers" lines (never smoked) and they just look so out of place compared to the rest of my face. I've tried derma rolling, regular peels etc and spend quite a bit of time/money on my skincare these days - to no avail when it comes to these lines. If I was still in the industry and earning $1,000 a day I would DEFINITELY have C02 laser resurfacing done but I'm a starving artist/stay-home housewife and mum and it's a luxury I can't afford - booooo! That said, if I ever sell enough art, I'm getting on that plane and heading your way Dr Lim (I'm just down the coast in Newcastle). Thanks for another great vid x

[@lindamcandrew1229]

YES!!! I agree, I wish Dr. Davin practiced in San Diego California .. knowledgeable and awesome!

[@cubbyoharaclose4562]

Those needles had me cringing! Informative though. Thankyou.

[@disneygirljamie9974]

Me too!

[@elizabethannferrario7113]

Yes I agree completely, mine. have improved since stopping smoking however open to advise ! Thank you x. Good grief that looks scary !

[@javlarhelvete]

I am a teeth grinder and I clench my mouth in my sleep due to stress, so mine developed like that 🤪

[@Mexicobeanpole]

Mine for the same reason.

[@MoyaBrennan6825]

Have you lessen it or gotten rid of it?

[@p2kc1]

Such of cool thing don't worry

[@resurgem]

Me too.

[@rimerril]

Hello Doctor Lim. This particular procedure is incredibly fantastic. Her facial "fold lines" (??) have been eliminated. She appears 10-15+ years younger. So remarkable. OMG Doctor, wish you had a tool that would improve her lungs! Regardless... after I quit 20+ years ago, some days I still want a drag! (nicotine💩 *_horribly_* addictive👎 )

[@Desert1969]

Great results with the laser. It looks like the upper lip was pulled up giving it a fuller appearance. 🌵🌞 Good night from Arizona.

[@drdavinlim]

Thanks, Dr Davin Lim, Brisbane. Australia.

[@stephaniemcbroom9615]

Thanks for sharing i need to save my money. I have champagne taste on a beer budget!!!!

[@cidg5135]

You are amazing Doc. Thanks so much for the informative video. I have so many of my patients come for this problem and I get so iffy about doing botox in this area. Your filler technique is tops :)

[@drdavinlim]

Thanks. Agree with you about Botox... it works, but dammmmm.... that transient muscle weakness. Some people would go to any extent though. Davin Lim. Brisbane Dermatologist.

[@peacelovejoy8786]

I've never smoked and I'm 65 but I was raised in Southern California and hung out at the beach plus we had a pool. I was doomed from the get go! Sunscreen? No way! Our mission was getting deep chocolate brown... baby oil with Iodine was the secret sauce 😉 Olive skin and good genes I'd say I'm lucky but, lip lines, seems like I started getting them quite a while ago and now, OH BOY! I'm on the hunt for something that doesn't make you look unnatural..ha! right!🙄 Be kind - treat others as you would like to be treated Love from Oregon 😎💋

[@francisthomlinson9062]

❤ from England

[@crochethappy3786]

I started watching your vidoes a few years ago for my daughters acne scars. Thousands later and no improvement. I wish their were Drs like you in the US. I was told my smokers lines woudl need laser but its a 3 month recovery. Its all about money money money here for South Florida Drs.

[@lisajswan]

Crochet Happy it’s all about money for doctors everywhere. That’s their business. You don’t work for free? Do you?

[@crochethappy3786]

@@lisajswan I'm a Dr and no I don't work for free. But I am not a dermatologist or plastic surgeon . I was duped for my daughter where they promised a noticable difference for 3 laser treatments. 5,000.00 later, no results. I understand Dr Lim uses combos which I have not found with the many dermatologists I have visited. S Florida has some of the wealthiest women---willing to spend top dollar. I think Dr Lim is in New Zealand or Australia where his procedures are covered by insurance. Not here....He actually answered some q's for me before he had so many subscribers.

[@honkymonkey9568]

I'd get your procedure, but I can't stop talking long enough.

[@CaliWeHo]

🤣🤣🤣

[@fiona4731]

Thanks for the informative videos. I am 51, have lived outside of NZ and Australia for many years (less sun damage), have used an SPF since I was a teen and always cover up in the sun. However, I have been told by two NZ dermatologists that I pukker when I talk and therefore have had upper lip lines for the last 10 years or so. By the way, in my marriage it is the man who always talks - I'm pretty antisocial.

[@drdavinlim]

LOL... yes, its the puckering. Lucky husband... nice to have Kiwis on the chat .. Davin Lim, Brisbane.

[@barbarariley3488]

I have those wrinkles but don't smoke.

[@EmiraXX]

Dear Doctor, I have always wondered instead if the fact that women have ‘finer’ skin than most men isn’t a factor in causing these wrinkles? Would love to know your opinion. Thank you 🙂

[@resurgem]

Women also lose collagen a lot faster than men due to the menopause. This accelerates collagen loss and therefore wrinkling too.

[@bonnielightner9495]

I really enjoyed watching your videos. I have smokers lines and for the life of me trying to figure out how to get rid of them. Thank you for sharing this information. Now to figure out how much some of these procedures cost. Yiks!

[@vickiesprague3600]

Thank you, that was very interesting. Could u please share the costs and how long each one lasts?

[@pidesign5024]

Really helpful to me for understanding the different options. THANK YOU.

[@andreahughes6288]

How much does it cost for laser treatment for upper lip wrinkles. I know pricing is different for different doctors and you can't be precise but I'm just looking for an all around average idea of pricing for this procedure. Thank you so much for all your helpful videos. Your amazing.

[@beccaj651]

The results----truly amazing what can be done

[@enough1494]

This island, chatter box, smokin granny has plenty of wrinkles. Life…..too poor for these facial treatments but it is nice to see them on my feed!

[@nataliearmstrong4666]

Drinking from straws is probably not helpful either.

[@kathymitchell4678]

Please! How 'bout the fact that men shave everyday! Pretty darn good exfoliating! I don't think it has anything to do with talking too much. That's ridiculous!

[@miaash3870]

It has absolutely no relevance regarding talking, eating, etc. Smoking and loss of collagen are definitely contributing factor In my experience, Retin A helps to delay the process!

[@dixierae6063]

This is the one I've been waiting for. Looks like I have the triple threat now fix me Davin. Davin I can live on. If down time is not an issue what is the most cost effective. And I'd love to see a show on selecting a reputable Dr. see you next week Georgeous.💋

[@drdavinlim]

Yes if its severe... laser all the way... it JUST WORKS.

[@jemmachristie8774]

Great video. But concerned as I’m starting to get lip lines at 39. Never smoked, do not talk a lot, wear sunscreen, barely wear lipstick (although had dry lips since teens so lip balm constantly) 🤷‍♀️ Which of your methods would you suggest to prevent them getting worse? Ta

[@billyrocky2974]

Could run in the family somewhere down the family tree.

[@Kathrynh246]

Just wanted to say you're one of my favorite channels!! A wealth of info!!

[@drdavinlim]

Thanks.... much appreciated. Try to thank every viewer - subscriber but getting kinda big now.. sorry if I miss anyone out. Davin Lim

[@Spaghettificat]

What about wrinkles on the lips themselves? Would laser and microneedling work?

[@user-in6ol3eb8x]

Hi Dr. Lim, I’m a newly minted board certified dermatologist in the USA and would love to use the hyperdilute radiesse for my patients with perioral lines. What’s the typical volume of the 1:3 dilution that you use over an entire upper lip? Your videos are awesome by the way!

[@noirettebeauty]

Puckering reduces surface area for applying lipstick, so lipstick applies patchy and unevenly. I never understand when I see women that do that!!

[@drdavinlim]

I can not comment on that, as I have no experience..... except for my Friday night outings. LOL, thank you for the insight. Davin Lim, BRISBANE dermatology

[@maiabdelwahab4853]

Great job 👌 I am a dermatologist I don’t have Erb laser I have CO2 laser can i use it in the perioral area without complications regarding I always prepare the case 2 ws before the session And I want to thank you for your marvelous and amazing guidelines in treating Acne scars it gave me wonderful results 😊

[@sis5465]

Wow awesome video subbed immediately...what is the approx cost for the laser technique and is it suitable for olive skin tones ?

[@michellemcbride6327]

Oh WOW that’s amazing!!!! I have them it’s not from smoking, it may be from sun and tanning but Not smoking. So help

[@bellababy501]

Is he not the cutest thing? I love his smile.

[@heavenlyclouds1337]

I have lines like that but I never smoked my whole life. I drank out of straws. lol. 😂❤❤

[@gigirose6525]

Dr Davin, I want to be tan but I know that the sun can cause skin damage and cancer when I am older. But I am really pale and it's something I am self conscious about; and having a tan I look so much better.

[@bluewaters3100]

I am 66 and a few years back I started using Tan Towels..a brand of self tanner. They are easy to use and you can have a tan all year round. Sure makes my skin look better. This brand is very quick and easy to use. No mess. Ordered them online from HSN.

[@SuperRocketdog1]

Enjoyed watching this...laughed at how you think we put our lippy on!😂😂😂 great advice as always.👏🏻👏🏻😍😍💕💋🇬🇧

[@Mix-fb7bz]

Seeing the results certain lasers can give skin especially mature skin, has my 26 year old self so excited for when I can finally afford to book in for some treatments myself. Almost cured adult acne, I am so ready for some lasers to help restore my skin to what it once was 😍👌🏻

[@tracimclaughlin6943]

Dr. Davin Lim Thank you so much!!!! Excellent video with so much information!!!! You are the best!!!!😘

[@drdavinlim]

Welcome, and thanks for watching. Davin Lim

[@valeriegould1769]

You forgot to add "Using straws to drink" as a cause of lip wrinkles". My mom pointed out to me that sucking on a straw to drink liquids was the same as sucking on a cigarette when it came to lip movement. I immediately quit using a straw for all of my drinks. Just my two cents.

[@ernalise]

I don't smoke, but I whistle and have done so since childhood. I am quite a good whistler and do it often. And I have those amazing whistle lines around my mouth.

[@frugalmama6946]

dRINKING WITH STRAWS IS ALSO A GOOD WAY TO GET LINES AS WELL...

[@angiesmith3105]

I read that because men have more hair follicles around their mouths, the skin is thicker and less prone to wrinkling.

[@elainehaston4784]

I enjoyed the video greatly and was only sad to realise you are in Brisbane. What a super job you did on those ladies. Do you ever come to England?

[@leylagul4969]

Very beautiful video👍🔥🇹🇷❤️🌹😎🔥🤙💖💖💖

[@nathalie_desrosiers]

I almost faint watching this. Seriously.

[@Tomboycarol]

I have been hoping for years that derma fillers would come down in price considering there are so many places that do them now,there must be about 6 places in my town where you can get them ,most dentists do them now. you can get a lot of good offers with botox but not so much with the fillers. Very good video by the way and very informative .

[@drdavinlim]

LOL.. yes, even dentists do them.. its like dermatologists doing teeth whitening or extractions when they are quiet... LOL. Never thought the day would come. Davin Lim

[@Tomboycarol]

I have smokers lines and would love to try the derma fillers but where i live the prices start at £200 + which would be great if they lasted more than 6 to 9 months and when they wear off they havent left any after benefits .Im longing for the day when they can make a filler that will last a year +. The thought of laser scares me a bit and the down time is not always convenient when your working.

[@AnnemieM]

My dentist told me that in many cases it has nothing to do with smoking. It has all to do with the shrinking of the jaw, which happens with some people as they grow old.

[@suzannecook9840]

And, your point is??

[@deborahburroughs8905]

Thanks so much!Such great information Dr Lim! I've liked and subscribed!

[@juliamcintyre5012]

Fillers are only temporary and when they wear off you look awful so nothing would get me having them. A proper face lift for me!

[@sueschultz9358]

I dont suppose you'd want to move to Wisconsin, would you? lol!

[@piscesBLUEstar]

I also wish you were in the states. I know a long shot, but can you recommend anyone here, or especially in Florida? There are so many out there who only recommend the lasers they own, even if it is inappropriate for the condition. My pores have opened in the last year and it has literally gone from barely there to horrific almost overnight. Upper lip lines as well have gone from barely there to very prominent. I'm fair skinned and caucasion. At the very least I would ask, and it would be so much appreciated, considering my issues and my complexion...if you don't know any great doctors in my area, what would be the best procedures to look for when I select a doctor?

[@debbielauer4416]

Thanks so much! This was exactly the questions I needed to be answered and I loved the "women talk more lol" I must admit though I'm with others that have commented "men/kids/work make us crazy so we smoke!!

[@idaswahn7727]

good video and good to see you back from you seminar (I think that was it, wasn't it) You really do a lot of cosmetic procedures and it must be wonderful to see the difference in the women's faces and/or attitude towards life. Next time I watch your video I will be in Sweden. Oh and the remark about us women talking a lot, well, we have a lot to say lol. Goodnite from Utah

[@rachelwalton3772]

OK, after seeing needle insertion in upper lip with the tip then coming out the other side? No. Your technique needs a little work. I'm surprised you loaded this video with that error in it as it looks so bad to do that. Also, one of the main reasons women get wrinkles in their upper lip if they're not smokers, is from stress, and holding tension around the mouth. Effectively having slightly pursed lips a lot of the time (not relaxed). PS: Yes, negative response "Women talk more than men". You can't be serious making a generalisation like that?

[@sonjaderose9247]

I'm screwed , I talked a lot and smiled a lot.

[@priyankasingh-yv3cj]

In other words, you have lived!

[@spokehamilton6624]

Great video, loved it. You are so talented.

[@anasalazar6164]

Drinking out of straws excessively can also contribute to lines on the upper lip.

[@Grace-vd4nn]

Ana Salazar that’s my reason!

[@grettalemabouchou6779]

Mine too!

[@janetkoulis7887]

I changed my mind. Age gracefully now.

[@-45675dc]

I actually wonder if it’s water bottles? And if you look at your lip shape to drink from them, it does make sense

[@joanbaczek2575]

If you curl tongue around the straw you don’t have to pucker your lips when using a straw. I have to use a straw to make it easier to swallow not sure why it helps

[@monique1386]

I seem to be a side sleeper and when I push on my check like when I sleep on my side I can see it. I don't like them but love sleeping on my side. Now being 54 active and healthy I want to get rid of them😮

[@diedrapayne6202]

Awesome and informative video. Thank you for helping me make up my mind!

[@drdavinlim]

You are indeed welcome.

[@ardraneala]

There is one activity that women do that isn't ever mentioned that seems pretty substantial...you know what I mean.

[@spaceisalie5451]

Winning in divorce court?

[@maddymurnane5670]

@@spaceisalie5451....spot on my friend

[@maddymurnane5670]

What a wanker, intelligent and interesting women always have intelligent conversations, and that's why someone like you could only come back with a backward and idiotic comment such as that.

[@PrincessHarlotte]

Drinking with a straw!

[@grettykaye]

Can you describe more of what you mean by the downtime following the laser? Is your face all scabby and gross for up to 10 days, or is it recovering from the pain?

[@LouLou-Aus]

Damn! Had the PERFECT comment on the causes...but then saw he asked to keep it clean. Sigh...

[@maisyjane100]

Omg I need this lazer treatment!!!

[@eaglechick22]

Does estrogen loss (menopause) cause these wrinkles too? Thank you for these informative videos (I keep kissing/puckering hahaha)

[@Rita123xyz]

I think so because there are women that never smoked but have them really bad.

[@jennywheeler7429]

I think so. I never smoked and have noticed them the most since I've been in meno. I'm 46. Have to figure something out because I'm obsessing.

[@codzydee1870]

im glad im dark and us dark women dont get these only white women and i dont look my age too ive been told so black dont crack whoo hoo

[@elizabethwatson71]

I think straw usage may have a great effect. I’m unsure, yet feel someone in research could explain better than I...but I think petroleum products will have a negative effect.

[@Raw_Roots]

I've never smoked, but used straws with most of my beverages. So, not all lines are due to smoking.

[@maryfoley5850]

I had a fractionated co2 laser on my face with just a numbing ceam, let me tell you how horrible anrd painfull it was. I told the droctor that numbing cream does nothing for pain, but she went and used it anyway. Then she used fillers for my wrinkles under my nose, more painful then you could ever imgine. You should tell patients how very painfull it can be if numbing creams do nothing for your pain. Why can't they use the stuff they use at the dentists for tooth extractions.By the way lidocaine injections for stiches on my head, don't cancel the pain. I could still feel the stiches . Do I have a problem with numbing my face. or what.

[@labyrinthe4830]

what about the exercise with puckering your lips and lifting the chin up to reduce the double chin? will it also create these wrinkles?

[@drdavinlim]

Yes, can contribute. D

[@melindadavis920]

Which procedure lasts the longest and also makes the top lip much fuller as well as turning the outer corners of the lips upward?

[@marcjones2993]

What about this. I've a line on the lower lip which starts at the outer edge and extends down almost a half inch down the chin. Showed up about two years ago. I've noted it tends to wax and wane in appearance... I've been putting castor oil on it which helps only a little. There are times the right side of my lips, or corner of mouth, feels like it got a very minor dose of acid. This waxes and wanes to and I've not been able to determine if it's something I'm eating etc.

[@drdavinlim]

No idea, you need to see a good dermatologist for a through history and examination.

[@AussieChick48]

@davinlim I have deep wrinkles from working in the sun for years without sunscreen and from smoking. I have then above my lip and both sides of my chin. I have good skin overall as far as texture and elasticity but the skin around my eyes and under my brows is getting loose and crinkles horribly when I smile. In my 40's I was told I didn't look my age but now at 56 I look it. It affects me in a way I can't explain. I had fillers around my lip line, above my lip and in my chin. It looked much better but they were still visible and one deep line was still visible directly in the centre of my cupids bow. It's all starting to wear off now. So, I CAN get rid of them? I have both static and dynamic.

[@jojobean9260]

I'm 53 but look like I'm in my 30s no sun screen either but I live in a very northerly country, not much ☀ on me

[@jacksprat429]

Maybe you should use lipstick, then you won’t talk crap! Like saying women talk more. You need a jolly good injection in the lips too. 😂😂😂😂😂😂Now smoking, I can understand. I do not wear lipstick, so I don’t purse my lips from that.

[@bluecurlygirl]

Paused at 1:18. Yes women do talk a lot. Thankfully. When we have worries we talk them through. When we're down we tell someone. We share our emotions a lot in general. In Ireland we have set up "Men's Sheds" in support of male mental health. I also set up a "Hen's Shed" (only second in Ireland) in our community to support women's mental health too. Most men don't talk about their feelings and unfortunately the suicide rates in men are on the rise here. So if the lines above my lip are there as a result of benefitting my mental health in some way, then I am suddenly looking at them in a new light. I'm glad some of them are there.

[@shonamagouyrk9575]

Hey doc, I've always been one of the DIY kinda gals,,,I wonder if I could get temporary filling in my upper lips by letting honey bees sting them??? Hmmm Lmao

[@marionoudin491]

Hello Docteur Thanks for your advices. I have 2 questions. What kind of laser you are usin0g ? Can we use micro botox for the nasolabial fold? Thank you so much if you can answer.

[@susanwilkie8019]

On the micro needling, you say a series of treatments, how often between appointments?

[@trishna_6815]

Dr Lim, I don't think it is a proven fact that women talk more than men - the only "research" I've heard on that is in John Gray's Men are from Mars, but that "research" has been shown to be non-existent. In fact Dale Spender's research showed that men talked significantly more than women. So... link to research for this statement please??

[@nisbit3883]

C02 laser is just like TCA peel. It does not compare to Phenol HETTER Peel at all. Recovery in laser C02 is horrible compared to phenol. I had C02 and it didn't do a great job on the upper lines.

[@naomiAcronym]

I was addicted to using chapstick. Not anymore. I was told that in some people microneedling can damage tissue. Are there people with whom it's contraindicated? A reason I won't do botox is that you are injecting bacteria into your body. That can't be good for people who have immune system challenges.

[@denisebrewer4437]

We talk more than men because our hypocampus is three times larger than men. Its bigger because we are Constantly thinking- much more than men. It’s in our DNA. And it’s believed to be the reason why we have higher rates of anxiety.

[@kdb5161]

Please disregard his comments about the origin of above-lip wrinkles; they result from decreased hormones, i.e., aging, and to some degree genetics, not from talking more or using straws, which are are easily proved as untrue. Such a shame to have someone like this contribute to stereotypes. I'm surprised any self-respecting woman would give this person half a pence.

[@tcharles1635]

Great video. Thank you!

[@CarolMyers-z5u]

Just want to know how long dothese treatments last?

[@dianehansma1725]

Exactly!!! I am sure every few months for injections, but the laser looks nasty, like a burn! I would like to see how raw it is after, ouch!

[@jodibent8737]

Want to do these, I have real bad lip lines and also wear dentures, could you please pm me with pricing or is it possible to finance. I'm working out and trying to eat right, 15 years clean from drug and I just want to be happy with what I see now that my confidence is coming back

[@honestreviews2369]

So i dissolved my lip fillers because i over injected and there was some migration but now that I dissolved it i got upper lip wrinkles i dont know what to do? So i have to go back and add fillers were filler was migrated to? Which was my upper lip?

[@victoriajones8747]

I had this procedure and had no improvement unfortunately.... Could be it wasn't done properly