Best Treatment for Shallow Nasolabial Wrinkles?

asked 3 years ago by Hockeymom4 in Illinois
Latest answer by Stephen A. Goldstein, MD
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Tags: face, nasolabial folds, dents

Hello and thanks in advance for any ideas and advice. I have shallow nasolabial wrinkles, more like a slight indentation which leaves a shadow and makes me look old and tired. What could work for me? I am 44 years old, pale skin. I have used IPL, Titan, and Botox on my forehead with great results. I am curious about fillers? Is it okay for slight indentation?? Everything I read about says deep folds.

5 answers to Best Treatment for Shallow Nasolabial Wrinkles?

For treating shallow naso-labial folds, I prefer Juvederm (hyaluonic acid)

Hockeymom4: It seems that you been very diligent about keeping up with your aging process as you have used IPL, Titan, and Botox in the past. You deserve kudos for recognizing the advantages of good skin care. As we age, our skin changes. The thickness and volume of youthful skin begins to diminish, as seen by the formation of wrinkles and folds. The nasolabial folds are often times the first lines that are seen around the mouth and can be quite annoying and bothersome. What is the best... more

Stephen A. Goldstein, MD
Englewood Plastic Surgeon

If they make you look old and tired then you need the fillers and I mean NOW!

Filling the nasolabial areas is such a common procedure now with so many patients. It really makes a person look better and more youthful. You definitely should get them filled in. Radiesse is a little more expensive but lasts longer (about a year) and costs about $850 a syringe. Most people need at least 1 syringe (2-3 syringes if they are really deep). The most common problem people have with fillers is that they don't get enough put in to make a difference. Your doc will advise you... more

David Hansen, MD
Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

Fillers are best for this

For shallow nasolabial folds, you could start with a syringe of Restylane (0.4cc), which is a small amount and is a great way to start if you are concerned about being overfilled. It will also offer the lowest cost. The other things you have mentioned (IPL, Titan, Botox) are not good for this problem. Juvederm Ultra is also an option, offering twice as much product, but at a higher cost. Take care, Dr. Groff

William Groff, DO
San Diego Dermatologist

I had shallow folds when I was a child

I start every consultation with a patient by saying that we have all had a small depression in the area of the nasolabial folds since we were children. Look back at the photos to confirm that I am correct. However, there is no doubt that softening these depressions makes us look and feel better. For shallow depressions without any wrinkling of the skin, I prefer radiesse. Why? You can inject it deeply so it won't show at all during animation. It lasts longer than most other fillers. It... more

Robert M. Freund, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Fillers are great.

For moderately prominent nasolabial folds, there are several products which can help. This includes juvederm, restylane, perlane, and radiess. Autologus fat injections are also good.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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