Nasolabial folds in 20s, what are my options? (Photos)

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I recently turned 24 and although the fold isn't prominent in softer lighting, I feel like it's been getting worse and worse. My decade long battle with acne due to PCOS is probably not helping. I'm thinking the fold is largely due my bones structure, because I'm not really having trouble with fine lines. I heard about cheek implants, but I'm scared that they will already make my philtrum area longer, which i feel is already long. what's the best approach?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

A combination approach will give the most improvement. I recommend fillers for the folds themselves but also lifting around the mouth and cheeks to build underlying anatomical support. In our practice we combine sculptra with other fillers "layered" on top and lasers, rf treatments, J Plasma and peels to get the most conservative natural look. Please see a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Janet Allenby, DO · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question and photos. Based on what can be seen, it appears that you could benefit from some filler. You could try filler in the lateral part of your face to pull out the lines around your mouth or inject a small amount directly into the lines you don't like. This can be decided during an in person consultation with a local physician. Good luck!

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Filler can be used to add volume and soften the nasolabial folds. While the results of fillers are temporary, it will give you natural-looking results. I hope this helps.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I would not recommend any surgical procedure to treat your nasolabial folds.  It is possible an injectable filler could help to produce some softening however.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  Based on
your photographs, you may benefit from a dermal filler such as juvederm.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

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