Nasolabial Folds: Treat the Cause, Not the Line

Directly filling a deep fold rarely looks good — support the midface first.

13 May 2026 · 5 min read

Why folds form

The fold is the boundary between descending midface fat and the fixed upper lip. Volume loss above it deepens the shadow.

Restore cheek support first, then place small amounts medially to refine any residual crease.

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