Nasolabial Folds
Nasolabial folds are creases in your skin extending from both sides of your nose to the corners of your mouth. They’re also called smile lines or laugh lines. The creases can become prominent and permanent as you age, especially if you smoke or don’t protect your skin from the sun. Certain treatments can reduce their appearance.

What causes nasolabial folds?
The leading causes of nasolabial folds are:

Aging: As you age, your cheekbones can flatten, and gravity can pull down loose skin in the area. You also have less collagen and elastin in your skin. These natural substances give skin its elasticity, resilience, stretchiness and ability to hold its original shape.

Smoking: Smoking destroys collagen and elastin in your skin.

Sun damage: The sun’s rays also break down collagen and elastin.

Weight loss or gain: If you lose a lot of weight, you may have extra, looser skin. If you gain weight, you may have bigger cheeks. Both situations can accentuate nasolabial folds.

After Care:
– Refrain from touching or rubbing the treated areas for 24 hours.
– Avoid using makeup on the treated areas for 24 hours.
– Avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours.
– Stay away from direct sun exposure and heat, such as hot showers, saunas, or steam rooms, for 72 hours.
– Swelling is common and varies from person to person, lasting several days before you see the final result. Applying a cold compress to the area will help ease swelling.