Nasolabial filling is the volumisation of the line between the nose and lips by filling it with dermal fillers. Nasolabial line is also known as the laugh line. Factors such as facial structure and advancing age play an active role in deepening nasolabial lines. As the smile lines deepen, they cause a tired and older appearance.

Nasolabial folds are formed by the sagging of the tissues containing muscles and nerves on the inner cheek and deepen due to the slowing of collagen production. Smoking, alcohol use, sun damage to the skin over time, sleep irregularity, in short, quality of life also play a role in the deepening of these folds. Although it usually starts to bother after the age of 35, it can also be seen at an earlier age and may cause discomfort.

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What is Nasolabial Filler?

The nasolabial groove, which is seen as a line extending from the wings of the nose to the edges of the lips, can cause a very disturbing and sad expression if it is prominent when you do not smile. By applying nasolabial filling, these lines are filled and you can have a much younger expression.

Nasolabial filler, which is a very painless and practical procedure, is applied by injecting hyaluronic acid-based filler into the area through a cannula. Since hyaluronic acid is a substance already in the body, it does not cause any reaction. Therefore, it is an extremely safe and risk-free procedure.

It can be applied to everyone and every skin type except in certain extreme cases. In filling applications, it is possible to dissolve the filler with hyaluronidase injection and neutralise the effect of the procedure within 24 hours.

How is Nasolabial Filling Done?

Before nasolabial filling is performed, anaesthetic cream is applied to the area to temporarily numb the application area. The anaesthetic cream numbs the area within 15-20 minutes so that you cannot feel the cannula inputs. When the desired numbness is achieved, the required amount of filler is started to be injected from the necessary points.

Since the depth and length of the lines vary from person to person, the amount of filler to be used is also adjusted individually. The injection process is completed within 20-30 minutes and a visible difference is obtained from the first minutes. After the application, you can easily return to daily routines.

How is the Healing Process in Nasolabial Filling?

No special care is required after nasolabial filling, except for a few details to be considered. Since the procedure is performed by injection method, redness that may disappear in 1-2 hours or minor bruising that will disappear spontaneously within 2-3 may occur. Ice compress can be applied to the area to prevent or reduce possible minor bruising.

Avoid contact with water for 24 hours after the application. Otherwise, there may be a risk of infection. Make-up and acidic skin care products should be avoided for 24 hours. After the procedure, you can easily return to your daily routine, but very heavy activities and heavy sports should be avoided for the first 2 days.

It is important to consume plenty of water after the procedure in order to maintain the volume and permanence of the filling. Hot environments such as Turkish bath, sauna, solarium or taking very hot showers are not recommended. Because avoiding such activities allows the filler to maintain its effectiveness longer. It is also not recommended to massage or press hard on the area.

How Long Does the Effect of Nasolabial Filler Last?

Factors such as the quality of the filler, daily water consumption, mobility of the area where the filler is injected play a role in the duration of the effect of the procedure. When all these variables are taken into account, the effect of the procedure is generally permanent between 9-18 months.

“Is nasolabial filler permanent?” is almost the most common question we encounter. It should be noted that; no hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler is permanent forever. After a certain period of time, the body will absorb and destroy the dermal filler. However, it has been observed that the permanence period of the procedure increases in repeated filling applications.

Before and After Nasolabial Filler

The difference between before and after nasolabial filler has a pronounced effect immediately after the application. The results of nasolabial filling reach the planned level 7-10 days after the procedure. Because during this period, the filler will reach the planned volume by retaining some of the water you have consumed.

Is Nasolabial Filler Safe?

It is extremely safe if it is performed by specialists in hygienic conditions using quality materials. It is one of the extremely comfortable medical aesthetic applications that can be applied practically.

One of the frequently asked questions about the application is whether the procedure has an effect on facial expressions. Nasolabial filling does not affect your ability to make facial expressions positively or negatively, it has no effect on facial expressions.

Are There Any Side Effects of Nasolabial Filling?

No side effects of nasolabial filling, which is performed under hygienic conditions using quality materials by specialists, have been found. After the procedure, it is considered normal to feel redness lasting 1-2 hours, mild bruising lasting 2-3 days and very mild oedema within a few days or to feel the hardness of the filling material at some points. If the feeling of oedema and stiffness persists 1 week after the procedure, the specialist should be contacted.

What are the Advantages of Nasolabial Filling?

Prevents a sad and aged facial expression. Provides a young and dynamic expression.
Softens and volumises the skin.
Provides a more moisturised skin appearance.
Volumises the mouth area and provides a flat appearance around the mouth.
Re-triggers collagen production in the area.

To Whom can Nasolabial Filling not be Applied?

It is not recommended for people who are allergic to fillers (although it is very rare, it is possible), diabetic patients, people with heart disease, people with autoimmune disorders, people who use blood thinners, people who are pregnant or breastfeeding.