Can filler help these lines around my mouth? (Photo)

Hi @MamaJay! Fillers into the nasolabial fold (aka smile line) and piriform fossa will help improve fine lines and deep wrinkles appear smoother. All types of fillers help to stimulate collagen, a skin-plumping protein that you naturally lose with age. I often use Restylane Defyne or Refyne to treat the nasolabial fold and priform fossa.

Thank you for your question and photo. You may benefit from dermal filler injections to treat the smile lines you’re referring to, also known as nasolabial folds. These hyaluronic acid formulas can diminish the lines by filling in hollow areas and creating a smooth, supple appearance.
The volumized results that dermal fillers provide can last for up to a year or more, depending on the formula used. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified injector who can assess your concerns and suggest the best treatment option to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

Filler can help to soften some of the lines around the mouth by making them shallower in appearance.
Excision of the piercing scar would also help by removing that distraction from the appearance of your left upper lip. Excision followed by a small resurfacing would likely give the best appearance.

​Fillers such as Restylane Silk, Belotero, or Juvederm can work well to treat lines around the mouth, but the best first option is laser resurfacing or deep peels to induce collagen production. Superficial radiofrequency devices and microneedling can help as well and are less invasive. I suggest going to an experienced cosmetic dermatologist with expertise in lasers and fillers. Best, Dr. Emer​

Yes, filler can help soften the depth of lines around the mouth. The treatment is done in the office with some of the result seen right away. See an expert injector near you for treatment. We also recommend using medical grade skin care products such as Transform MD and wearing sunscreen every day.