Why do I have nasolabial folds at 18 years old? (Photo)

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I really dont know why i get those folds (see image), the only thing i can think of is my teeth that are a little bit forward making an illusion of nasolabial folds? (they are only visible with specific lightning, such as in the image, or when outside (sun).

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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Jason Emer, MD · Answer

everyone has folds some more prominent than others.For facial rejuvenation I would suggest a combination approach of :

1) skin care with products and PRP/microneedling
2) PDT light therapy few times a month with growth factors
3) laser treatments like clear and brilliant regularly and a few times a year Fraxel, Viva, Co2/Erbium
4) Sculptra injections a few times a year for collagen production with fillers like juvederm/restylane/belotero/radiesse/bellafill
5) thermage/ultherapy for yearly skin tightening with or without PDO or cone based instalift threads for lifting
6) botox every 2-3 months to stop movement lines and prevent lines at restBest, Dr. Emer.

Megan Deacon-Casey, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your photo. It is totally normal to have nasolabial folds at truly any age. Many factors can effect the presence/lack of lines, one is definitely genetics. Another factor is sun exposure. There also many approaches to lessen the appearance of nasolabial folds. I recommend a consultation with a provider to see what a face to face assessment will offer.

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