How much Juvederm would I need for my smile lines? And how much would it cost? (Photos)

Hi, you ask a great question. The smile lines you're referring to are called nasolabial folds.  Those are a normal feature of your anatomy.  Based on your pics, permanent creases have not yet formed, so you're a great candidate for fillers.  I think you could be treated with 1 or 2 syringes. Generally the cost is $500-$600 per syringe. This treatment is typically done twice a year.  Seek out an experienced injector and stick with them. Establishing a good relationship is key to successful cosmetic procedures. Good luck!

A combination approach is needed to get the most improvement for smile lines and this often means fillers for the lines 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 and peels to get the most conservative natural look. Please see a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

None of the photographs you submitted show a smile, so it is difficult to comment. Consider posting some photos showing smiles.

Given your youth, I doubt that you would need more than 1-2 syringes. The cost is going to depend on which filler is used, where you live and who you see. However, keep in mind that a good aesthetic outcome is completely dependent on the skill or your injector so you want to see someone who is very experienced like a board certified plastic surgeon. 

Honestly, I prefer the newer flexible gel hyaluronic acid fillers like Restylane Refyne and Restylane Defyne over Juvederm for the laugh lines (nasolabial folds, marionette lines) as they provide a very natural looking result because the flexibility of the filler preserves normal facial expression. You could also  benefit from filler injection to the pre jowl and chin but I would use a slightly thicker filler for this indication such as Restylane-L, Radiesse (+) or Juvederm UltraPlus.

Filler is a great solution for the nasolabial folds or crease that forms when you smile. You are still young and don't have permanent lines yet so 1-2 syringes should be enough. The cost is going to vary but you definitely want to see a skilled injector so find the board certified plastic surgeons or cosmetic dermatologists in your area and call for a quote. Best of luck.

Thank you for your inquiry and pictures. In areas such as cheek or mouth in which more hollowness is seen, Juvederm Voluma® should be used. According to your pictures, I believe you are an ideal candidate for 1 syringe; however, I would need to perform an in-person evaluation to determine the exact amount needed.
The anti-aging effect and increase of volume with this injectable can be seen for up 2 years. By opting for a nonsurgical approach, you can still achieve fill results that would be seen in surgery. Juvederm may be used to fill up your cheeks and nasolabial folds.

I hope this answers your questions and good luck.


Best,
Dr. Hassan

None of the photographs you submitted show a smile, so it is difficult to comment. Consider posting some photos showing smiles.