Other Services | Nasolabial Fold Correction

The nasolabial folds are the deep folds which run from the side of the nose to the corner of the mouth. As we age, they often become more noticeable, although younger people with fatty cheek pads may also have prominent nasolabial folds.

While dermal fillers have become a popular and effective way to “plump up” nasolabial folds in patients with moderately prominent folds, a procedure called nasolabial fold excision is another option, particularly for severe nasolabial folds in mature patients with thicker skin.

Nasolabial fold excision is performed under local anesthesia along with oral or intravenous sedatives to relax you. Dr. Jochen will excise (surgically remove) the nasolabial folds from the face and suture the treated areas with tiny hairline stitches.

You will be instructed to keep your treatment area as immobile as possible for a week to 10 days to encourage proper healing. If your body tends to form keloids (thick, irregular scarring caused by excessive tissue growth at the site of an incision or wound), this procedure may not be appropriate for you.