Do you find the traditional methods to remove wrinkles too slow? The path to looking younger isn't always paved with anti wrinkle creams.

If you've ever tried over-the-counter wrinkle creams to remove wrinkles you know that it can often take months for results to show. Looking younger doesn't always require months of waiting or an endless number of anti wrinkle creams. Another more speedy option, for those who tire of waiting, is paying a visit to a dermatologist or plastic surgeon to treat your wrinkles. You can have yourself looking younger usually within one visit.

There are several questions you should ask your physician before you decide to go through with a cosmetic procedure to remove wrinkles.

How safe is the procedure?
How effective are the results?
How long will the results last?
What will be my down time?
Are there any known side effects or adverse reactions?
How many times has this doctor performed the cosmetic procedure?

Here are several known cosmetic procedures which are known to remove wrinkles. You and your doctor have many options for looking younger.

Botox, botulinum toxin, is used to remove wrinkles because it causes muscles to relax. Wrinkles in the eye, brow, and sometimes mouth region are usually caused by underlying muscle tension. Botox injections cause these tense muscles to relax and your wrinkles to melt away which leave you looking younger within 5 minutes of the procedure.

Chemical peels can be used for the treatment of fine lines and wrinkles. A chemical solution is used to remove the top layers of skin which also works to remove wrinkles. Results are usually seen within the first treatment with minimum downtime.

Microdermabrasion is similar to chemical peels in that the top layers of skin are removed along with fine lines and wrinkles. Instead of chemicals, the top layers of skin are physically removed with fine particles, a wire brush, or even a diamond wheel.

Face-lifts are the most invasive means of removing wrinkles. This procedure removes excess skin and fat which results in a smoothing of the neck and face. This is best to deeply etched wrinkles and for tightening the area underneath the chin.

Learn about picking the right wrinkle cream. Also read our tips on how to look younger and deal with age spots.