Nasolabial Folds (lines around mouth)

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Nasolabial folds are the creases that run diagonally from the corners of your nose to the corners of your mouth.  They are a normal part of the aging process, and they are one of the earliest signs of facial aging.  Nasolabial folds are caused by the skin’s natural tendency to sag from the loss of collagen and elastin as our body’s production of these slows down with age.  Collagen and elastin make up the support structure for our skin and our both essential to prevent sagging as a result of aging. Nasolabial folds begin to form as aging skin decends downward and folds over the lower portion of the face. There are two options for correcting unwanted nasolabial folds: surgery or dermal fillers. Dr. Cole uses dermal fillers when appropriate and surgery when it is needed for effective, age-erasing correction of nasolabial folds. Dr. Cole is an expert in all anti-aging facial procedures and even though he can’t stop facial-aging, he can keep you from looking younger, longer.

BENEFITS OF CORRECTING NASOLABIAL FOLDS:

• Dermal fillers are a popular non-surgical treatment for the correction of nasolabial folds
• Dermal fillers augment folds in the skin, facial depressions and correct deep wrinkles
• Dermal fillers require no pre-skin testing
• Dermal fillers achieve immediate and long-lasting results lasting up to one year or more
• Dermal fillers restore a more youthful look immediately with naturally based products

DERMAL FILLER INJECTION PROCEDURE:
Injections into the creases of the nasolabial folds take approximately 15-30 minutes using a very fine needle and precisely measured doses of the desired product.  For your comfort a local anesthetic is used before treatment begins. Some swelling and bruising is normal and to be expected but resolves on its own in a few days.  Jane Iredale Mineral Makeup provides wonderful and natural coverage in the meantime.

SURGICAL CORRECTION FOR NASOLABIAL FOLDS:
When surgery is the only option for your desired results, Dr. Cole will educate you as to your best options and then tailor a treatment plan that will achieve the desired results. This varies with each patient since one size does not fit all. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

How Do I Know If I Am A Good Candidate For Surgery Or Injection Treatments?
Dr. Cole will determine this during your personal consultation.  If you start early enough dermal fillers could be a good option to address your facial agin concerns.  Depending upon the degree of facial aging, surgery may be a better option. Dr. Cole will discuss this in detail during your consultation.

How Does A Dermal Filler Reduce Nasolabial Folds?
Wrinkles and folds form as our own collagen and elastin which supports the skin slowly depletes with age. When injected directly into the creases, the gel-like consistency of a dermal filler replaces the lost facial volume and creates a firm support foundation under the skin allowing the layers to unfold. This causes the face to have a more youthful and pleasing look.

Who Is A Good Candidate For Nasolabial Fold Treatments?
Any person who is in otherwise good health and has a desire to restore a more youthful appearance to the mid-face would be an ideal candidate for the procedure. Your expectations and goals should be realistic.

How Soon Should I Start Addressing my Concerns?
Earlier is better!  Dr. Cole will assess the condition of your skin to determine if dermal filler injections will accomplish your desired results.  If you are just starting to notice the effects of aging in the mid-face, dermal fillers may be the best option for you.

How Soon Are Results Visible After Filler Injection Treatments?
Results from dermal filler injections are typically seen immediately.

How Safe Are Dermal Fillers?
Very Safe!   Hundreds of thousands of patients have achieved wonderful results using dermal fillers with for nearly two decades. These products are safe to treat a number of anti-aging concerns.

How Long Does A Treatment Take?
A treatment typically takes approximately 20 minutes depending upon the amount of product used and the areas being treated. 

Will I Need To Have Follow-Up Treatments?
If you want to maintain your desired results, maintenance treatments may be recommended and will vary with each patient.

Will Insurance Pay For My Cosmetic Treatment?
Insurance does not usually cover cosmetic procedures.

Is Financing Available for my Cosmetic Treatment?
Yes, financing is available today for many cosmetic procedures. We provide financing through two companies, Chase and Care Credit.

BOARD CERTIFICATION

Dr. Cole is a quadruple board certified surgeon which means he has met the rigorous high standards and training requirements of four medical boards.  This involved several years more of specialized training and experience in all four areas – in addition to medical school, internships, residencies, fellowship training and vast experience. Board certification does not guarantee a certain outcome, but it does ensure specialized training skill and expertise far beyond the norm.
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