What treatment is best for Nasolabial Folds?

For most individuals, the use of a dermal filler such as Perlane or Juvederm is the treatment of choice. It is a quick procedure with immediate results with no downtime and very little risk. For individuals who need volume in the cheeks as well, the use of a filler like Sculptra is the ideal treatment because it can give back the youthful appearance of full rounded cheeks while softening the folds. Because Sculptra induces an individual's own collagen productions,... more

Treatment of the nasolabial folds can be performed with fillers to the nasolabial folds, fillers to the cheeks to lift the soft tissue hanging over the nasolabial folds, or surgery to lift the soft tissues, or a combination of the three.

There is not one "best" treatment for the nasolabial folds. Multiple options are available with variable benefits and drawbacks. In addition, each treating physician may have his/her own reason for favoring a particular treatment option. The goal in treating any nasolabial fold is to decrease its depth make the face appear smoother and younger. While a facelift can be helpful in elevating the cheeks back toward their proper position, filler agents are a... more