Smile lines are a natural part of aging, but when they deepen over time, they can make your face appear tired or older than you feel. If you’ve ever worried that filler might make your face look puffy or unnatural, the good news is that modern injectable treatments have evolved far beyond the overfilled look of the past.
At Skin MD and Beyond in Plano, TX, Dr. Fiona Wright uses advanced dermal fillers such as Restylane Refyne and Defyne to soften laugh lines with results that move naturally and look beautifully balanced.
Why Laugh Lines Form
Nasolabial folds (i.e. the lines that run from the sides of your nose to the corners of your mouth) develop gradually due to repetitive facial movement, collagen loss, and skin laxity. Over time, these dynamic creases can deepen, especially if volume loss occurs in the cheeks or midface.
The goal of treatment isn’t to erase expression but to gently smooth these lines while maintaining your natural facial movement.
The New Generation of Fillers
Traditional fillers could sometimes appear stiff when placed around areas of high motion, such as the mouth. Restylane Refyne and Defyne were specifically formulated to solve this issue using XpresHAn Technology™, a cross-linking process that allows the gel to flex and move with your facial expressions.
This gives structure and smoothness without compromising natural animation. Dr. Wright customizes placement and filler type based on the depth of your lines and your skin’s elasticity, ensuring results that look soft, not swollen.
The Treatment Experience
Your treatment typically takes less than 30 minutes. After a detailed facial assessment, Dr. Wright carefully injects the filler with precision to restore support under the skin while maintaining facial balance.
You should notice immediate improvement, with results continuing to refine over the next few days. There’s little to no downtime, so you can return to your day right after your appointment.
Trust Your Results to an Expert
With decades of experience and more than a million units of neuromodulators and fillers injected, Dr. Fiona Wright is recognized throughout Plano, Frisco, and the Dallas-Fort Worth area for her artistry and advanced techniques in non-surgical facial rejuvenation. Her background in dermatology and cosmetic chemistry allows her to achieve results that are precise, natural, and safe.
If you’re ready to soften laugh lines and refresh your smile without looking overfilled, call 972-608-0808 to schedule your consultation at Skin MD and Beyond.