DERMAL FILLERS · TREATMENT
Nasolabial fold fillers
Smile folds are a normal part of facial anatomy. If they bother you, an assessment can distinguish a local crease from a change related to the midface.
Is it right for me?
Treatment may suit selected folds where softening is a realistic goal. The intention is not to remove all movement or erase normal anatomy.
Discuss allergies, previous injectables, active infection, medicines and any healing problems. Tell the clinician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; elective treatment may need to be deferred because safety information is limited. Do not stop prescribed medicines without advice from the prescriber.
Evidence and realistic expectations.
Clinical studies support particular fillers for particular volume and contour concerns. Material, treatment area and existing anatomy affect the result; a study of one filler cannot validate every product or technique.
Filler adds material beneath the skin. It does not reposition tissue like surgery, treat every cause of a fold or reverse aging. HA filler may be reduced with hyaluronidase, but removal has risks and is not a guaranteed rescue for a complication.
Risks to understand.
Swelling, bruising, lumps, infection and delayed inflammation can occur. Rare injection into a blood vessel can damage skin and cause blindness or stroke. Unusual severe pain or pale, grey or blue skin needs immediate medical assessment; sudden vision changes or stroke symptoms need emergency care without waiting for a routine clinic reply.
What to expect.
Consultation
Discuss your concern, medical history, previous treatments and what you would like to preserve. Dr. Roy will explain suitable options, alternatives, risks and fees before you decide.
Treatment
Dr. Roy assesses cheek support first and discusses whether the fold itself needs treatment. HA filler may be used selectively.
Recovery
Swelling, tenderness and bruising can affect the early appearance. Allow time for settling before judging symmetry or planning an event; the recovery period varies by area and product.
Results and review
A change can be visible early; swelling needs to settle before review. The response and maintenance interval vary.
Number of visits
The plan may be completed in one visit or staged conservatively. A review after settling determines whether further treatment is appropriate.
Good questions.
Clearer decisions.
What can nasolabial fold fillers address?
Deep folds between the nose and mouth. Smile folds are a normal part of facial anatomy. If they bother you, an assessment can distinguish a local crease from a change related to the midface.
Who might be a suitable candidate?
Treatment may suit selected folds where softening is a realistic goal. The intention is not to remove all movement or erase normal anatomy.
What happens during the appointment?
Dr. Roy assesses cheek support first and discusses whether the fold itself needs treatment. HA filler may be used selectively.
How much recovery time should I allow?
Swelling, tenderness and bruising can affect the early appearance. Allow time for settling before judging symmetry or planning an event; the recovery period varies by area and product.
When could I see a change?
A change can be visible early; swelling needs to settle before review. The response and maintenance interval vary.
How many visits might I need?
The plan may be completed in one visit or staged conservatively. A review after settling determines whether further treatment is appropriate.
Should the cheeks be assessed before the fold?
Yes. Midface volume and movement can affect the fold, so direct treatment is only one option.
What is the cost of nasolabial fold fillers?
Contact the clinic for current fees. Ask for the price of the consultation, each proposed treatment, any planned review and any optional additional steps before deciding. No fixed fee is published on this page.
General patient information. A consultation is needed to determine your suitability. Treatment choices and outcomes vary.
Further reading: Dermal fillers: benefits and risks. These sources do not endorse the clinic. Regulatory information from other countries is identified as such.
Evidence and copy checked 2026-09-16.
Related care.
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A conversation first.
Take the time you need.
A consultation is a chance to discuss options, risks and costs. You can ask about a simpler plan or decide not to proceed.