Is it possible to improve these hollow areas next to my nose when I smile? (photos)

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When I smile, I'm very curious about the hollowed-out areas on both sides of my nose. I cannot find any name or description for this or how it may be treated. I have had undereye filler above that area, and in the past year, I have had most of it dissolved. This did not improve the area at all. Looking back at older photos, I see this area was flat and has been there for years in the making. Female 38 5'3" lean and muscular build 113 pounds

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Facial aesthetics related to dynamic facial expression should generally not be treated. Unless there’s a problem with the face in a static position without facial expression, trying to treat problems related to contraction of muscles of facial expression is most likely going to lead to secondary problems.
I think that’s what happened when you try to treat this with fillers.
Everybody is going to have changes in their face when they contract muscles of facial expression.
This will be different for each unique individual.
It is normal and shouldn’t be treated.
Best,
Matt Hagstrom, MD.

Is it possible to improve these hollow areas next to my nose when I smile? (photos)

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