Les rides code-barre sont des rides verticales et obliques des lèvres, qui partent de l’ourlet de la lèvre et creusent la lèvre blanche.
Ces rides, connues aussi sous le nom de rides du fumeur ou plissé de soleil, vieillissent la zone buccale et le sourire.
The wrinkles above the lips are known as lip wrinkles, smoker's wrinkles, barcode wrinkles.
Ces appellations font référence à des rides qui apparaissent avec le temps au niveau de la partie blanche de la lèvre à cause de différents facteurs dont le vieillissement cutané.
Pour atténuer les rides des lèvres et prévenir leur apparition, il est recommandé d’adopter une routine de soins de la peau adaptée, d’éviter le tabac et l’exposition solaire et éventuellement de pratiquer des exercices de gymnastique faciale.
It is possible to smoothing the lip contour without surgery.
Lip wrinkles, often called "bar code wrinkles", are caused by a combination of factors that contribute to skin ageing.
Lip wrinkles, also known as "smoker's lines", can be more or less pronounced.
Each stage of severity requires a specific approach. Dr Romano will suggest a personalised treatment plan during your consultation.
Stage 1: Light wrinkles
Features
Appearance of fine lines around the lips.
Wrinkles are only visible when the lips are in motion, such as when smiling or puckering.
The skin around the lips may begin to lose some of its elasticity.
Recommended treatments
Skin care with moisturisers and serums containing retinoids or hyaluronic acid.
Peelings légers pour stimuler le renouvellement cellulaire.
Skinbooster-type hyaluronic acid injections to prevent the formation of new wrinkles.
Stage 2: moderate wrinkles
Features
The fine lines become more pronounced and visible even at rest.
Fine lines can begin to merge, forming more visible wrinkles.
Loss of elasticity and firmness around the mouth.
Recommended treatments
Medium peels pour exfolier les couches de la peau et stimuler la production de collagène.
Hyaluronic acid injections to smooth wrinkles and restore lost volume.
Features
Wrinkles are deep, well-defined and permanently visible.
The skin around the lips is considerably less elastic and thinner.
Skin folds may appear due to the significant loss of volume and elasticity.
Recommended treatments
Deep peels to treat deep wrinkles and improve skin texture.
Hyaluronic acid injections to fill in deep wrinkles and restore lost volume.
Laser treatments to stimulate collagen production and improve the overall appearance of the skin.
Features
Very deep, pronounced wrinkles, often accompanied by deep skin folds.
The skin around the lips is very thin, with a significant loss of firmness and volume.
Wrinkles can extend to the cheeks and chin.
Recommended treatments
Deep chemical peels for in-depth skin renewal.
Injection of hyaluronic acid to restore volume and fill very deep wrinkles.
Techniques de lifting non chirurgical pour améliorer la fermeté et l’apparence générale de la peau.
It is possible to treat wrinkles around the lips thanks to techniques from aesthetic medicine.
The proposed protocol will take into account any modifications to the lips also due to ageing.
Il est conseillé de consulter un dermatologue, un chirurgien esthétique ou un médecin esthétique pour bénéficier d’un traitement personnalisé et adapté à chaque type de peau.
Les traitements proposés pour la prise en charge de ces rides peuvent viser leur disparition ou leur amélioration.
Dans le premier cas le docteur Romano proposera un peeling moyen. Cet acte est assez lourd et est souvent déconseillé à cause de la démarcation cutanée post-traitement entre le pourtour de la bouche et le reste du visage.
L’amélioration est obtenue par des injections d’acide hyaluronique et des séances laser.
L'hyaluronic acid used in this indication is reticulated and not very volumising because it is a meticulous correction.
Dr Romano chose a hyaluronic acid type Skinbooster.
A botched injection at this level is responsible for the formation of a bead of product visible when the lips are moved and/or at rest.
L’acide hyaluronique, naturellement présent dans notre organisme, a la capacité d’attirer et de retenir l’eau, ce qui permet d’hydrater la peau et de combler les rides.
Two techniques are used.
Le principe du traitement par laser fractionné est l’ablation de micro fragments de peau afin de stimuler les cellules de la peau à synthétiser une peau plus épaisse.
L’amélioration est donc obtenue grâce au ‘gommage’ superficiel des rides et à la densification cutanée qui les étire.
Si le traitement est réalisé en modalité fractionné (un certain pourcentage de la zone est traité), le protocole prévoit 4 séances. La rougeur intense, constante en post-traitement, dure entre trois jours et une semaine.
Si le traitement est réalisé en modalité continue, une séance suffit. Il s’agit d’un peeling moyen réalisé au laser. Les suites durent environ deux semaines.
Lip wrinkles are effectively reduced by aesthetic medicine treatments.
The results are :
The results last about a year. An annual maintenance session is therefore required.
| Type of consultation | General rates |
|---|---|
|
Hyaluronic acid
|
CHF 600 per syringe |
|
Fractional laser |
CHF 500 per session |
|
Continuous resurfacing |
CHF 1,800 per session
|
Les avis des patients sur les traitements des rides des lèvres, par laser ou par injections d’acide hyaluronique, sont assez positifs.
Ces traitements sont largement plébiscités pour leur efficacité, leur sécurité et leur capacité à rajeunir les lèvres.
Les patients sont satisfaits de l’amélioration immédiate des rides et décrivent une augmentation de la confiance en eux.
Les procédures sont considérées simples et rapides et les résultats durables.
As with any medical treatment, there may be side effects. The most common are redness, swelling, bruising and temporary sensitivity. It is important to consult a qualified professional to minimise these effects.
No, although smoker's lines are more common in smokers, other factors such as sun exposure, natural ageing and repeated facial expressions can contribute to their appearance in non-smokers.
Yes, combining several treatments can be useful for optimum results. For example, hyaluronic acid and botox injections can be combined to treat both static and dynamic wrinkles. Your doctor will be able to advise you on the best treatment plan for your needs.
The duration of the effects varies according to the treatment chosen.
Hyaluronic acid injections: results last 12 months.
Botox: results last 6 months.
Laser resurfacing and chemical peels: results can last for years, depending on the type of treatment and the extent of the wrinkles.
A few tips to prevent smoker's wrinkles.
Yes, nicotine contributes to the appearance of wrinkles.
Smoker's wrinkles, also known as perioral wrinkles or "barcode wrinkles", are vertical lines that appear around the mouth. They are particularly common in smokers due to repetitive lip movements and exposure to harmful chemicals.
Most aesthetic treatments for lip wrinkles are well tolerated. An anaesthetic cream may be used for the patient's comfort. It is normal to feel a slight temporary sensitivity after treatment.
To treat wrinkles around the mouth, it's essential to choose a cream specifically formulated to target the signs of ageing in this delicate area. Here are some key ingredients to look for in a effective anti-wrinkle cream :
Yes, quitting smoking considerably improves skin health.
The appearance of wrinkles around the mouth can be reduced by maintaining good hydration, eating a diet rich in antioxidants, and practising facial exercises. Applying natural oils, such as argan oil or sweet almond oil, can also help improve skin elasticity.
Smoking accelerates skin ageing by reducing the production of collagen and elastin. What's more, the repetitive sucking motion during inhalation contributes to the formation of wrinkles around the mouth.
The best treatment depends on the type and depth of the wrinkles. Hyaluronic acid injections are very effective for deep wrinkles. Laser treatments or chemical peels can also improve skin texture and reduce more superficial wrinkles.
The services described on this site are applicable to Switzerland; there are differences between countries.
Contact details
Dr Valeria Romano
Pl. du Molard 5, 1204 Geneva, Switzerland
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 6pm
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