What should you know about no nasolabial folds?

Nasolabial folds, sometimes called smile lines or laugh lines, run from the sides of the nose toward the corners of the mouth. Their visibility varies between people and can change with age, weight changes, sun exposure, skin elasticity and movement. A smooth area beside the nose is not a sign that anything is missing or medically wrong. Facial structure, cheek projection and the way light falls across the skin can make a fold look subtle even when it is present during smiling.

If the area appears newly hollow, uneven or associated with broader facial volume changes, facial volume loss may be a useful topic to explore.

No treatment is needed when you are comfortable with your appearance. Gentle sun protection, moisturising and avoiding tobacco can support overall skin health, but they do not create or remove a facial crease on demand. If you want to change facial contours, a qualified clinician can assess your anatomy while your face is relaxed and moving. Options may include dermal fillers, collagen biostimulator injection or a thread lift, each with different materials, techniques, timing and risks. A consultation should cover whether the goal is adding volume, improving support or simply understanding your features.

Arrange a medical assessment if a new facial change is sudden, one-sided, painful, numb, weak or accompanied by trouble speaking, swallowing or seeing. Those symptoms need prompt attention and are different from a stable cosmetic difference. Seek review for swelling, redness or a lump that persists, especially after a cosmetic procedure.

Ask what is shaping your nasolabial area, whether facial volume loss is present, which options match your goal, and what temporary effects or aftercare each procedure involves.