Skip to main content

Causes and Treatment of Nasolabial Folds [Jayjun Plastic Surgery in Korea]

 Causes and Treatment of Nasolabial Folds 

[Jayjun Plastic Surgery in Korea]




Interest in maintaining a youthful appearance has consistently been high, both in the past and in the present. A face that looks younger than one's age often gives a bright and positive impression, which can significantly impact social interactions. Commonly, a youthful-looking face is characterized by a fullness of volume and the absence of sagging or wrinkles.


However, as everyone ages, they experience the phenomena of aging, leading to reduced skin elasticity, sagging areas, and gradually appearing wrinkles, all of which can become increasingly bothersome. Of course, some may consider shallow wrinkles or minor sagging as natural signs of aging. However, when the area next to the nose sags or when the nasolabial folds deepen into an 'eight' shape, it gives the impression of looking much older than one's actual age, which can become a complex.

When these nasolabial folds occur, they often become the main culprit of an aged appearance, leading many to seek surgical or procedural solutions. So, in this post, we will look in detail at Nasolabial Fold Surgery as an effective solution for deep nasolabial folds.


Causes of Nasolabial Folds

There are various reasons why nasolabial folds form on our faces. They can occur due to frequent muscle usage around the lips, sleeping habits, or lifestyle factors. Additionally, as you age and experience skin degradation, the fat in the facial tissue diminishes, resulting in a sagging appearance and revealing the contours of facial bones like the cheekbones. At this point, if the starting area beside the nostrils is sunken, it becomes a factor for deepening the nasolabial folds.


In such cases, the mouth may appear to protrude more, or the cheekbones may seem more prominent, giving the impression that one looks older than their actual age. Also, there may be instances where individuals have particularly deep nasolabial folds at a young age due to genetic factors.


Nasolabial Fold Treatment Methods



For nasolabial folds that are not too deep or if the area beside the nose is not severely sunken, treatment methods like filler injections or fat grafting can be used to fill in the sunken areas. However, if the area beside the nose is severely sunken and even at rest the area beside the nostrils is deeply indented, causing deep nasolabial folds, these methods have their limitations. In such cases, using customized implants such as silicone, AlloDerm, or Gore-Tex can effectively improve the deep nasolabial folds by adding volume to the sunken areas through Nasolabial Fold Surgery. This Nasolabial Fold Surgery is colloquially named for the noble appearance it provides post-surgery; medically, it can be termed as 'nasolabial augmentation.'




This procedure involves the insertion of customized implants into the sunken areas beside the nostrils to add volume, thereby improving deep nasolabial folds. The procedure consists of making a small incision of less than 1 cm inside the nose or mouth to create a pocket for the implant, followed by inserting a sterilized, customized implant deep into the skin, and finally securing the ends of the implant to prevent displacement. This process is conducted under sedation anesthesia and takes around 30 minutes, making the recovery quick.


Moreover, because the implant is inserted through a minimal incision inside the nose or mouth, there are no concerns about visible scarring, and it does not interfere with daily life while naturally eliminating deep nasolabial folds.


Candidates for Nasolabial Fold Surgery



This Nasolabial Fold Surgery is an effective surgical option for those who have deep nasolabial folds, appear older than their actual age, or have flat areas beside their nostrils and have not seen results from fillers or fat grafting. In such cases, it's crucial to select a design and implant size that best suit each individual's face shape, as the Nasolabial Fold Surgery effectively fills the sunken areas beside the nose, thereby eradicating deep nasolabial folds.





Satisfaction can be achieved when the procedure is tailored based on an accurate assessment of the current state of nasolabial folds and the degree of skin sagging on the face. Therefore, satisfactory results can be expected if one consults with experienced medical staff and receives an appropriate solution tailored to their skin condition after sufficient consultation.






At Jayjun Plastic Surgery in Korea, experienced medical staff provide individualized 1:1 consultations to offer suitable solutions for treating nasolabial folds. If you're concerned about deep nasolabial folds or sunken areas beside your nose, it is advisable to start with a consultation.




Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Midlife Facelift [Jayjun Plastic Surgery Real Story]

 Midlife Facelift  [Jayjun Plastic Surgery Real Story] Hello!  Today, following the previous post, we are sharing the real story of a midlife woman who underwent treatment at Jayjun Plastic Surgery.   This story might be very helpful for many who are considering plastic surgery. This story particularly follows a midlife woman’s journey from her facelift consultation to surgery as she aimed to regain confidence while re-entering the workforce.  1. The reason for deciding on plastic surgery! This midlife patient is a mother of two daughters who lost confidence due to naturally developed wrinkles and facial sagging with age. She mentioned that her biggest concerns were the nasolabial folds and sagging around her eyes. As she re-entered the workforce, deepening wrinkles and sagging made her wonder, “Am I really getting older?” While wrinkles are a natural sign of aging, she decided on plastic surgery at our clinic to regain her lost confidence.  2. Consult...

Full Face Fat Grafting : Create a Vibrant Face (#FullFaceFatGrafting #FacialFatGrafting)

  "Full Face Fat Grafting : Create a Vibrant Face " When aging starts with age, wrinkles may appear on the face, but on the other hand, the flesh on the cheeks or under the eyes may also disappear, giving the impression of stiffness and fatigue. The strange thing is that belly fat is not easy to lose, but facial fat is very easy to lose, making you look old and tired. In this case, many people tend to perform simple procedures, such as injecting fillers, but these procedures only provide temporary effects, not semi-permanent. Finally, they will consider surgery such as fat graft. Since such people want a full, vibrant face, there are many inquiries about Facial Fat Grafting which uses autologous fat. When performing Face Fat Grafting, autologous fat is injected into the forehead, temples, cheeks, and nasolabial folds. By implanting fat into various areas of the face, the overall contour of the face can be improved. The advantage of Full Face Fat Grafting is that they can remo...

Low Nose Surgery and Its Transformative Effect!

 Low Nose Surgery and Its Transformative Effect! The nose, located at the center of the face, connects the forehead, philtrum, lips, and chin. As a result, the nose is considered one of the key elements that not only balances the entire face but also influences one's overall impression. Since it is the only part of the face that has a three-dimensional shape, even a few millimeters of difference in angle and height can significantly affect the facial image. Therefore, many people who have a complex about their nose shape are looking into rhinoplasty to achieve their desired shape or height. The nose can come in various types such as a hooked nose, low nose, short nose, long nose, arrow-shaped nose, crooked nose, and bulbous nose. These different nose shapes each give a unique impression, and the concerns people have can vary depending on the type. In particular, a low nose might make the face appear less three-dimensional, as the nose does not stand out compared to other facial fea...