What Is Nasolabial Filler and Why Is It Used?
Nasolabial filler is one of the medical aesthetic treatments used to soften the lines running from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth. As these lines become more pronounced over time, they can make a person look more tired and older. With filler treatment, the face can regain a more rested, youthful look.
Nasolabial lines can become more pronounced due to aging, repeated facial expressions, reduced skin elasticity and volume loss.
What Is Nasolabial Filler Used For?
- Softening deepening nose-to-mouth lines
- Giving the face a more youthful look
- Easing a tired expression
- Supporting underlying volume loss
For more detail on the general filler process, aftercare and how long results last, see our What Is Filler? article.
The Treatment Process
- A topical numbing cream can be applied before the procedure
- Injection is performed with a fine needle or cannula
- The average procedure takes 20-30 minutes
- You can return to normal activities the same day
Aftercare Recommendations
- Avoid strenuous exercise for the first 24 hours
- Avoid firm massage on the treated area
- Mild swelling in the first few days is normal and resolves quickly
Frequently Asked Questions
What does nasolabial filler do?
Nasolabial filler is used to soften deepening nose-to-mouth lines, give the face a more youthful look, ease a tired expression, and support underlying volume loss.
Why do nasolabial lines appear?
Nasolabial lines can become more pronounced due to aging, repeated facial expressions, reduced skin elasticity and volume loss. Since these lines can make a person look more tired and older, an in-person assessment is needed.
A Comprehensive Approach to the Face
Nasolabial filler targets the lines beside the nose; it does not correct structural concerns such as the shape of the nose or eyelid sagging. Such changes require surgical approaches like rhinoplasty in Ankara or eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). During your consultation, your whole face is evaluated together so the most suitable method for you can be determined.