Lateral Eye Lines / Eye Wrinkles
Lateral eye lines can become more noticeable around the outer eye area during facial expression, including smiling and squinting. For patients seeking treatment of these lines, non-surgical medical treatment options may be considered following consultation and clinical assessment.
At Beauty By Doctor, treatment is performed by qualified medical practitioners. Small amounts of prescription-only medicine may be administered to selected areas around the eyes where appropriate, with the aim of reducing muscle activity that contributes to dynamic lines. Suitability for treatment is assessed during consultation.

Understanding Lateral Eye Lines
Lateral eye lines are fine lines and creases that extend outward from the outer corners of the eyes. These lines may develop over time due to repeated facial movement, changes in skin structure, and reduced skin elasticity.
Sun exposure, dehydration, and age-related changes in skin and soft tissue may also contribute to their appearance. The extent to which these lines develop varies between individuals.

Lateral Eye Lines Treatment at BBD
Treatment options for lateral eye lines may include prescription-only muscle-relaxing treatment, depending on individual assessment. This approach is intended to reduce the activity of the small muscles around the eyes that contribute to dynamic lines, while maintaining natural facial movement where appropriate.
Following consultation, your doctor will assess your facial anatomy, treatment goals, and suitability for treatment. If appropriate, small amounts of prescription-only medicine may be administered to the treatment area. Changes may begin to be noticed over several days, with the effect continuing to develop over approximately two weeks. Outcomes vary between individuals.

What to Expect During and After Treatment
Your treatment journey begins with a consultation with one of our qualified aesthetic doctors. We assess the appearance of the lateral eye lines, your skin characteristics, relevant medical history, and whether treatment is suitable for you. A personalised treatment plan is developed based on individual assessment.
If treatment proceeds, it is performed in clinic and usually takes around 10 to 15 minutes. Sensation during treatment varies between individuals, although many patients describe it as brief pinching. Most patients resume usual activities afterwards, although you will be given individual aftercare advice, which may include avoiding strenuous exercise, alcohol, and unnecessary pressure on the treated area for a period after treatment.

How Long Do the Results Last?
The effects of treatment for lateral eye lines are temporary. In many cases, results may last around 3 to 4 months, although this varies between individuals. Ongoing treatment, if appropriate, is discussed during consultation and review appointments.

Potential Benefits of Treating Lateral Eye Lines
Treatment may reduce the appearance of dynamic lines at the outer eye area.
Treatment is performed in clinic and does not usually require admission or surgery.
The approach is non-surgical and tailored to the individual.
The degree of change varies between individuals, and the aim is typically to soften muscle-related lines while maintaining natural expression where appropriate.

FAQs
Is the treatment painful?
Discomfort varies between individuals. Many patients tolerate treatment well.

How soon can I return to work?
Most patients return to usual activities on the same day. You will be provided with aftercare advice following treatment.

Are the results permanent?
No. The effects are temporary and typically last several months, depending on the individual.

Consultation for Lateral Eye Lines
If you would like medical assessment of lateral eye lines, a consultation can be arranged with one of our qualified practitioners. Treatment suitability, likely outcomes, and associated costs are discussed during consultation following assessment of your individual treatment plan.

Suitability for treatment is determined during consultation. All medical and cosmetic procedures carry risks, and outcomes vary between individuals. While complications are uncommon, it is important that potential risks, including rare adverse events, are understood. For more information, please refer to our Treatment Complications page: https://beautybydoctor.com/pages/concerns/treatment-complications