Nasolabial Fold Filler (Hyaluronic Acid)

Hyaluronic acid filler placed along the nasolabial folds — the lines that deepen from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth as the midface loses support with age. By restoring volume in and around the fold, the treatment softens the crease for a smoother, more rested lower face. It is carried out by a doctor using cross-linked hyaluronic acid that also contains a local anaesthetic.

The nasolabial folds are the creases that run from each side of the nose down to the corners of the mouth. They deepen naturally with age as the cheeks flatten and the midface loses volume and support, which can give the face a tired or heavier appearance. Hyaluronic acid filler addresses this by replacing some of that lost support and softening the fold itself, so the lower face looks smoother and more refreshed without changing your expression. At Aesthetic Med the treatment is performed by a doctor after assessing the cause of the fold — often it is better to support the cheek as well as treat the line directly for a natural result. Topical numbing is used and the filler products contain lidocaine for comfort. The gel is placed with a fine needle or cannula and results are visible immediately, settling over one to two weeks as any initial swelling resolves; mild tenderness or small bruises are normal for a few days. Hyaluronic acid is gradually metabolised over the following months, after which treatment can be repeated, and it can be dissolved if an adjustment is ever wanted. The treatment suits adults bothered by deepening folds between the nose and mouth; suitability and any contraindications are reviewed at consultation, and it is avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding.