Nasolabial folds are the grooves that extend downwards from your nose to your mouth corners. We can use dermal fillers to soften your nasolabial folds by supporting the skin, for a quick and simple refresh.
Precisely placing dermal filler in nasolabial folds:
- Reduces the appearance of sagging skin
- Softens nasolabial folds by supporting the overlying skin
How it works
How do dermal fillers help with nasolabial folds?
Nasolabial folds are the grooves that extend down and out from the nostrils to the mouth corners. While some people have genetic nasolabial folds from early adulthood, others develop them with age.
Nasolabial foldsresult from a loss or lack of underlying bone and fat structure, and skin sagging.
Treating nasolabial folds with dermal filler is a two-step process. Firstly, we place dermal fillers to the deeper layers beneath the nasolabial folds. This adds support beneath the skin and facial muscles. Secondly, we inject a small amount of dermal filler beneath the skin of the nasolabial fold.
We use a needle, cannula, or a combination to inject the nasolabial folds. The technique used depends on the specific goal of the treatment and your unique anatomy.
Are dermal fillers the best treatment for nasolabial folds?
The best treatment for nasolabial folds depends on their cause and severity. Nasolabial folds are caused by a combination of cheek fullness, skin sagging, and volume loss of your upper jaw bone.
Depending on your unique pattern of ageing, different treatments may be indicated. Dermal fillers are the most common way to treat mild to moderate nasolabial folds, because they are convenient, effective, and reversible.
For more severe nasolabial folds, dermal fillers may be combined with collagen stimulation and thread lifting. Surgery is also an option for more dramatic results.
How much dermal filler do I need to treat nasolabial folds?
The amount of dermal filler needed to treat your nasolabial folds depends on their severity. Most people need 1-2mls of dermal filler to treat their nasolabial folds.
What are the benefits of treating nasolabial folds with dermal fillers?
The benefits of treating the nasolabial folds with dermal fillers include:
- Non-invasive, no downtime treatment with immediate result
- Convenient option taking only 10-20 minutes on average
- Achieves natural yet noticeable improvements in the appearance of nasolabial folds and sagging skin.
The procedure
How long does the procedure take?
It takes about 5-15 minutes to treat nasolabial folds with dermal fillers.
How are nasolabial fold fillers performed?
After your consultation, we clean, mark, and numb the skin around your nasolabial folds. Once numb, we use tiny needles or a blunt-tipped cannula to carefully place nasolabial fold filler. After injection, we mould the filler smooth.
Is it painful?
Treating nasolabial folds with dermal fillers typically has minimal discomfort. Most clinics use topical numbing cream, and may also use numbing injections to ensure a comfortable treatment.
Is it safe?
When performed by an appropriately qualified and trained medical professional, nasolabial fold fillers are a low-risk treatment. Visiting an experienced, doctor-led cosmetic clinic is the best way to ensure that your nasolabial fold fillers are performed as safely as possible.
Results
How many treatments will I need?
Most people need 1-2 treatment to improve the appearance of their nasolabial folds with dermal fillers. Generally, more sessions are needed for severe nasolabial folds, or if you desire a more pronounced result.
When will I see a result from nasolabial fold fillers?
You will see an immediate result from nasolabial fold filler. Allow 1-2 days for swelling to subside, and 1-2 weeks for the filler to settle.
How long do dermal fillers last in nasolabial folds?
Nasolabial fold fillers last 12-24 months on average. You can increase the longevity by having regular maintenance treatments.
Can nasolabial fold dermal fillers be reversed?
Nasolabial fold dermal fillers can be reversed in most cases. The exception is if you’ve been treated with collagen stimulating dermal filler, which is not reversible.
Nasolabial fold dermal filler before and after results
Before and after results from dermal fillers used to treat nasolabial folds.
Before and after results from dermal fillers for nasolabial folds.
Preparation & aftercare
How do I prepare for nasolabial fold dermal fillers?
Prepare for nasolabial fold fillers with these steps:
- Cease all supplements 1 week before your treatment (unless taking for medical reasons)
- Avoid excessive alcohol for 24 hours before your treatment
- Attend your appointment without makeup
What can I expect after nasolabial fold fillers?
After nasolabial fold fillers, you’ll see an immediate improvement in your nasolabial folds. There may be slight redness and swelling, which resolve in 1-2 days.
When can I exercise after nasolabial fold fillers?
You can do light exercise immediately after nasolabial fold fillers. Wait 24 hours before intense exercise to minimise swelling.
Cost & suitability
How much do nasolabial fold dermal fillers cost?
The cost to treat nasolabial folds with dermal filler typically ranges from $1,000-$2,000. The cost depends on the severity of your nasolabial folds, the extent of treatment (including the amount of product required), and the experience of the clinician performing your treatment.
Am I suitable for nasolabial fold dermal fillers?
It’s important to consult with a qualified cosmetic specialist to determine if you’re suitable for treating your nasolabial folds with dermal fillers. However, some general suitability criteria include:
- You are over 18 years old and in good health
- You are bothered by the appearance of your nasolabial folds
- You have realistic expectations about what dermal fillers can achieve. While they can improve nasolabial folds, they are unlikely to completely eliminate them.
- You understand that results are temporary and will require maintenance.
- You are willing to follow the preparation and aftercare instructions.
- You have good skin quality.
When should I get nasal fold fillers?
You can consider getting nasolabial fold filler whenever you see the lines begin to develop. Most commonly, people start to develop nasolabial folds in their early 30’s as their face begins to lose volume with age. People in their 20’s may also consider nasolabial fold filler if they have the lines due to genetics or significant weight loss.
Searching for the best nasolabial fold dermal fillers near me on Google?
The team at Cosmetic Connection are here to help. The first step is a consultation where we will assess your concerns, and determine whether dermal fillers are the right treatment for your nasolabial folds.
As part of our assessment, we may advise on various treatments options based on your circumstances and preferences to achieve the results you desire.
For more information, you may browse our nasolabial fold treatment service, which is a holistic approach to rejuvenating the mid face. It may involve various combinations of treatments that are prescribed based on your unique concerns, following a detailed consultation.
