Treating mouth wrinkles with microneedling and a topical gel
Part of Skin clinical trials.
This study tests a treatment for wrinkles around the mouth using a special gel (poly-L-lactic acid) applied with a microneedling device. It may help reduce wrinkles without surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 70 years old
- You are a man or a woman who is not pregnant or nursing
- You have mild to moderate wrinkles around your mouth (rated 1-3 by the doctor)
- You have a skin type that is light to moderately dark (Fitzpatrick types I-IV)
- You are willing to follow the study rules and come to all follow-up visits
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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