Potentially, yes. Nasolabial folds naturally become more visible when smiling, but some people develop deeper creases that remain noticeable when the face is relaxed.

This can happen as changes in facial volume, skin quality and underlying support make the fold more established. Dermal filler may be used to soften this resting crease where your anatomy is suitable.

During your consultation at Derma Plus Medical Nottingham, our medical clinicians will assess your face both at rest and during expression to determine what is contributing to the lines and whether filler is appropriate.

Nasolabial fold filler is intended to soften a specific facial concern rather than create a particular age-related appearance. Deeper nose-to-mouth lines can contribute to heaviness or more pronounced creasing through the central face, and reducing their depth may create a fresher appearance.

The objective is not to remove every line or dramatically change how you look. Your existing facial structure, expressions and proportions should remain recognisable.

Our Nottingham clinicians will discuss what can realistically be achieved from treatment so that the result is appropriate to your individual features.

Previous dermal filler does not necessarily prevent you from having further treatment. However, your clinician needs to know which areas have previously been treated, approximately when treatment took place and, where known, which filler was used.

Previous cheek or mid-face filler is particularly relevant because existing volume and support in these areas can influence how the nasolabial folds appear and how they should be approached.

At Derma Plus Medical Nottingham, we assess the face as it currently presents before recommending additional filler rather than assuming more product is required.

Temporary redness, swelling, tenderness and bruising can occur after dermal filler treatment. Other potential complications include asymmetry, lumps, irregularities, infection and an unsatisfactory aesthetic result.

Dermal filler also carries uncommon but potentially serious vascular complications if product enters or compresses a blood vessel. This is one reason why detailed knowledge of facial anatomy and appropriate injection technique are important.

Your medical clinician will discuss the relevant risks, expected outcome and consent process with you before your nasolabial fold filler treatment in Nottingham.

Following treatment, avoid strenuous exercise and heavy alcohol consumption during the initial recovery period. Make-up should not be applied to the treated area for at least 24 hours.

Saunas, steam rooms, excessive heat and extended exposure to sunlight or UV should generally be avoided for approximately one week. We also recommend postponing laser and skin-needling treatments around the area for two weeks.

Some temporary bruising or swelling can be expected. Your clinician will provide full aftercare guidance following treatment and explain when you should contact Derma Plus Medical if you experience anything unexpected.