Preparing for an appointment

When you make an appointment with a dermatologist, it's a good idea to prepare for your appointment by making a list of questions you want your doctor to answer. For wrinkles, some basic questions to ask your doctor include:

• What is the best course of action?
• What are my treatment options and the pros and cons of each?
• What will the treatments cost? Does medical insurance usually cover these treatments?
• What results can I expect?
• How often will I need to repeat the treatment?
• What kind of follow-up, if any, will I have?

Don't hesitate to ask any other questions you have.

What to expect from your doctor

Your doctor is likely to ask you a number of questions, including:

• What products, such as cleansers and moisturizers, do you use on your skin?
• Do you use sunscreen?
• Did you expose your skin to sun when you were younger?
• Do you smoke or have you ever smoked?