I am in my mid 40’s. I have lines on my Nasolabial Folds that are bothering me. I went to one doctor that suggested using Voluma directly onto the lines to smooth them out. The other doctor suggested using Restylane and doing a contour lift on my cheeks. She said that would be better in lifting the lines back. I have huge cheeks as it is and don’t want them bigger. Which approach would be better for smoothing out faint/mild lines around my mouth?
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Answer: Choosing the Right Approach for Nasolabial Fold Treatment: Direct Fillers vs. Contour Lifts
When addressing hollow under-eye lines, there are several options you might consider to improve their appearance:
Dermal Fillers: Hyaluronic acid fillers, such as Restylane or Juvederm, can be used to add volume to the under-eye area, reducing the appearance of hollows and lines. This is a...
The vertical line you’re noticing on your forehead is likely due to the activity of the frontalis muscle, which is responsible for raising the eyebrows. Over time, repeated muscle movements can lead to the formation of lines and wrinkles, especially as skin loses elasticity with age.
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I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation. If you liked the result of fillers but are not longer interested in the temporary results you may want to consider a blepharoplasty. You can also look into options such as AccuTite.