Not all lines are the same, and not all lines require the same approach. Dynamic lines appear with expression. Static lines are visible at rest. Each type requires a different treatment response — and treating the wrong type with the wrong approach produces unsatisfying results.
At GhalMédica in Pointe-Claire, fine lines and wrinkles are assessed individually. Dr. Sonya Ghalehii, MD determines the type, location, and underlying cause of each concern before recommending any treatment.
Fine lines and wrinkles have different origins — and identifying the right one matters before selecting any treatment.
Lines that appear with expression — frown lines, forehead lines, crow's feet — are driven by repeated muscle movement. These are best addressed with neuromodulators at their source.
Lines visible at rest reflect collagen loss, volume depletion, and cumulative sun damage. These require collagen stimulation, volume restoration, or resurfacing — not neuromodulators alone.
Fine lines around the mouth often result from a combination of volume loss, skin laxity, and repeated movement. A combined approach is typically most effective.
Horizontal neck lines can be addressed with a combination of neuromodulators and skin quality treatments, depending on depth and skin condition.
Protocol design at GhalMédica is always individualized. Combinations are common — and often more effective than a single modality.
Botox, Dysport, and Nuceiva reduce dynamic line formation by relaxing the muscle contractions that cause them. Placed conservatively for natural, rested results.
For static lines with a volume component — nasolabial folds, marionette lines — filler placed under ultrasound guidance can restore structure and soften lines.
Stimulates collagen production to gradually improve fine lines, skin texture, and overall skin quality — particularly effective for surface-level lines.
Hyaluronic acid delivered into the dermis improves skin hydration and plumpness — reducing the appearance of fine lines driven by dehydration and collagen loss.
All injectable treatments at GhalMédica are performed under physician oversight with real-time ultrasound guidance for filler.
Precise placement that preserves natural expression while addressing dynamic lines at their source.
Learn More →Real-time vascular mapping before every injection. Structural line correction with physician-led precision.
Learn More →Medical-grade collagen induction therapy for progressive improvement of fine lines and skin quality.
Learn More →Dermal hydration at depth. Skin that looks rested because it is genuinely plump and supported.
Learn More →No. Botox addresses dynamic lines caused by muscle movement. Static lines — those visible at rest — typically require different approaches such as filler, collagen stimulation, or resurfacing. Using Botox alone for static lines often produces underwhelming results.
At GhalMédica, neuromodulators are dosed conservatively and placed with anatomical precision to preserve natural expression. The goal is a face that looks rested — not treated.
Yes. Prevention is effective. Treating dynamic lines early prevents them from becoming static lines, and collagen-stimulating treatments help maintain skin quality before significant loss occurs.
Most collagen-stimulating protocols require two to four sessions for optimal results. A single session produces visible improvement, but a series produces more durable change.
Yes. Crow's feet respond well to neuromodulators. The under-eye area is assessed individually — this skin is delicate and requires a careful, conservative approach.
Absolutely. UV damage is one of the primary accelerators of collagen breakdown. Daily broad-spectrum SPF is the most impactful preventive measure available — more so than any treatment.
GhalMédica is a physician-led medical aesthetics clinic in Pointe-Claire, serving patients from Beaconsfield, Kirkland, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, and across the West Island and greater Montreal.
with a consultation.
Dr. Sonya Ghalehii, MD will assess the type and cause of your concerns and recommend a treatment plan built specifically around your anatomy.