What should you know about deep cheek wrinkles?

Cheek wrinkles may be visible at rest or become stronger with smiling, squinting, or other expressions. Ultraviolet exposure can weaken collagen and alter skin texture, while dryness and gradual loss of elasticity can make folds more noticeable. A line near the outer eye may overlap with crow’s feet, whereas a crease lower on the cheek may relate more to skin laxity or changes in underlying support. A sudden localised change, sore, or bleeding area is different from ordinary facial lines.

Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen, shade, gentle cleansing, and moisturising help limit further photoageing and irritation. A clinician can assess whether movement, surface texture, laxity, or volume is the dominant factor. Botulinum toxin injections may be discussed for selected movement-related lines, while dermal fillers may be considered when loss of support contributes to a fold. These treatments require an experienced medical assessment because facial anatomy, skin thickness, medical history, and goals affect suitability.

Arrange a routine review if wrinkles are troubling you or if a product or procedure causes persistent irritation. Seek prompt medical assessment for a new ulcer, bleeding spot, crust that does not heal, rapidly changing mark, one-sided swelling, or sudden facial weakness. After an injectable treatment, urgent advice is needed for severe pain, unusual skin colour change, vision symptoms, or neurological symptoms.

Ask whether the lines are mainly movement-related or caused by texture and support changes, which options fit your anatomy, what temporary effects to expect, and which warning symptoms require urgent contact.