The appearance of nasolabial folds can be influenced by several factors, including facial anatomy, changes in cheek volume, skin quality and the position of the surrounding tissues. This means dermal filler is not automatically the most appropriate treatment simply because the lines are visible.

For some patients, placing filler beneath a deeper crease can provide useful support. For others, changes elsewhere in the mid-face may be contributing more significantly to the concern.

During your consultation for nasolabial fold filler in Birmingham, our medical clinicians assess what is creating the prominence before discussing the treatment options that may be appropriate for you.

The aim is the opposite. Appropriate treatment should soften a deeper crease without creating unnecessary fullness around the mouth.

This is why filler should not simply be placed into a nasolabial fold based on how deep the line appears. The amount of product required and the areas treated need to be considered in relation to the wider face.

At Derma Plus Medical Rotherham, we take a conservative approach to dermal filler and assess whether treating the crease directly or improving support elsewhere would provide the more appropriate result.

Deep nasolabial folds can potentially be improved with dermal filler, but the appropriate approach depends on what is causing their prominence.

Where there has been a greater change in facial volume and support, attempting to completely fill the crease itself may not be appropriate. Your clinician may instead recommend addressing contributing areas or taking a staged approach to treatment.

During your consultation, we will explain what degree of softening can realistically be achieved and whether nasolabial fold filler is suitable for your individual anatomy.

You may see an improvement in your nose-to-mouth lines immediately after treatment, but the area will need time to settle before the final result can be assessed.

Temporary swelling, redness, tenderness or bruising may occur and can initially affect how the area looks. These effects generally reduce as the tissues recover following treatment.

Your clinician will explain the expected recovery process and advise when the result can be appropriately assessed. If you have concerns while the area is settling, you should contact Derma Plus Medical for advice.

Results typically last around 6–24 months, although there is considerable variation between patients. Longevity can be influenced by the dermal filler used, the amount and location of product, facial movement, metabolism and previous treatment.

Dermal filler gradually changes over time, so further treatment should not simply be booked because a certain number of months has passed.

When you begin to notice the result reducing, the area can be reassessed to determine whether additional nasolabial fold filler is appropriate and how much treatment, if any, is required.