Treatment of Nasolabial Folds with Fillers

Often, dermal fillers are recommended as the first step toward diminishing the appearance of nasolabial folds. A plastic surgeon can inject fillers into the skin around the cheek, which adds volume to the area and lifts the skin. The plastic surgeon will recommend what type of filler and how much of it is used depending on several factors. The most common fillers are made from hyaluronic acid, a natural building block of skin, and calcium hydroxylapatite, typically found in bones. In studies, both types of filler have been shown to stimulate collagen in addition to plumping the skin.

Dermal fillers are injected in an out-patient setting at an office. The treatment requires little to no recovery time. Some patients experience slight bruising. However, it is important to note that fillers are a short-term solution.