Nasolabial Fold Injections in Coral Gables by Dr. Sharma

Where are your nasolabial folds? They are the two folds of skin that run from each side of the nose to the corners of your mouth. They separate the cheeks from the upper lip. The term nasolabial comes from "nasus" meaning nose and "labium" which means your lip.

The circled areas represent your nasolabial folds.

This is a Before & After of one of Dr. Sharma's patients who had dermal fillers in her nasolabial folds.

With aging, the folds become more pronounced and may become cosmetically undesirable. Some folks consider it a sign of maturity, age, or character. The most significant factors that contribute to the prominence of the fold are excess skin, skin thinning and excess cheek fat. Dr. Sharma frequently treats these lines with injectable fillers.

Nasolabial Folds are also referred to as:

·        parentheses

·        “smile lines”

·        “laugh lines”

If you would like to restore fullness to your face, or enjoy plump lips, enhance shallow contours or soften those facial creases and wrinkles, then Dr. Sharma’s dermal fillers may be the answer.

The dermal filler industry exploded in the last decade and propelled the cosmetic industry to a new level. Filler procedures are highly sought by:

• men and women
• baby boomers looking for a boost
• aging adults seeking a more refreshed, youthful look,
• and younger adults, who want to correct features

Dermal fillers have also been known  as "liquid facelifts" because they offer many of the benefits of a surgical facelift without the downtime.

 Fillers made it possible for people seeking anti-aging treatments to:

·        smooth lines

·        fill facial folds

·        temporarily remove wrinkles

·        plump lips and cheeks

·        add volume to sagging features

 If you decide you want to reduce facial wrinkles and lines, hyaluronic acid might be a good choice as a dermal filler because of its compatibility with the human body.  This substance is found in almost every single living thing. In humans, it acts as a network that transfers essential nutrients from the bloodstream to skin cells.

High concentrations are found in soft connective tissues and in the fluid surrounding your eyes. It is also found in some cartilage and joint fluids, as well as skin tissue. It is extracted and reformulated and has become one of the most popular kinds of injectable fillers. The term might sound familiar because it’s the same substance often injected into aching joints of people who suffer from arthritis to ease their pain and provide extra cushioning.

If you are interested in smoothing wrinkles, sculpting lips, and improving other facial features, Restylane injections are a growing favorite. In 2003, Restylane is approved by the FDA and can produce positive results on facial wrinkles, particularly around the mouth and nose. Another benefit is the long-lasting results, as the effects of Restylane treatments can be visible for six months or more. Restylane can be administered on its own or in combination with other treatments, such as with a lip enhancing procedure.

What to Expect during treatment with Dr. Sharma:

·        patients may experience some pain and discomfort from the needle during injection

·        discomfort is generally minimal and well tolerated

·        procedure can take a few minutes up to 30 minutes

·        patients can return home or back to work and other activities shortly after their procedure

Things to Consider:

• If you are under eighteen (18) years of age, you will need written and signed parental consent to have this cosmetic procedure.
• If you have any dermatological allergies, please advise Dr. Sharma before receiving your dermal filler treatment.
• If you are pregnant, Dr. Sharma advises you to avoid all dermal filler treatments during your pregnancy.