Facial wrinkles. Prevention and nonsurgical correction

There is no way to age without getting wrinkles. However, patients can be taught how to retard the onset of wrinkles by avoiding unprotected sun exposure, unnecessary facial movements, and certain sleeping positions. Relatively simple nonsurgical techniques are available for correction of wrinkles. Small wrinkles can be treated with exfoliation, topical tretinoin (Retin-A), or topical alpha hydroxy acids. Large wrinkles can be improved with implantation of bovine collagen, silicone, or fat extracted from the abdomen or thigh of the patient. Each method is effective when used for the correct indications.