Nasolabial Fold Filler

Most patients need 1 to 2ml of hyaluronic acid, with the exact volume depending on fold depth and whether your plan supports the cheek above the fold or treats the line directly. We give you a full volume estimate at your consultation after assessing your mid-face.

12–18 months depending on product placement depth and your metabolism. Mid-face and cheek approaches typically last longer than direct fold injections.

Yes, when placed correctly. VRA uses a cheek-lifting approach for most patients which produces a more natural result than packing the fold directly.

Yes. Nasolabial fold treatment is commonly combined with cheek volume restoration, Botox for forehead lines, and lip plump as part of a full facial rejuvenation plan.

Yes. All hyaluronic acid products used at VRA can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if needed.

For nasolabial folds, hyaluronic acid injections from the Teosyal range work well because the product can be matched to the depth and consistency required for cheek support or direct fold placement. Heavier-particle HA gels are placed on the cheekbone to lift the mid-face, while softer formulations sit closer to the fold itself. Teosyal products are Health Canada-approved and contain lidocaine for in-treatment comfort. Your practitioner assesses your fold depth, cheek volume, and skin quality at the consultation, then selects the product and placement plan that addresses the underlying volume loss rather than only the surface line. Book a consultation in Pickering to discuss which Teosyal product fits your anatomy.

Yes. Cheek volume restoration is often the most effective way to soften nasolabial folds because the fold itself is usually a consequence of mid-face volume loss, not the original cause. When the cheek pad descends with age, the tissue gathers at the nasolabial crease and deepens the line. Placing hyaluronic acid along the cheekbone re-supports the mid-face, which lifts the fold upward and reduces its depth without injecting directly into the line. Your practitioner evaluates your cheek projection and fold depth together at the consultation, since treating the cheek above the fold typically gives a more natural and longer-lasting result than direct fold injection alone.

Generally no, when placed correctly. Lip volume restoration sits within the lip border and the immediate peri-oral area, so it does not add weight to the mid-face or push tissue downward onto the nasolabial fold. Concerns usually arise from over-volumized lips or from product migration upward, which can subtly fullness the area below the nose. Conservative dosing, accurate placement, and respecting the white roll prevent this. Your practitioner plans lip volume separately from any nasolabial or cheek work, and reviews how each area interacts at the 2-week follow-up. If you are considering both areas, the cheek and fold are usually addressed first to restore mid-face support before lip volume is added.

Hyaluronic acid injections in the nasolabial area typically settle within 2 weeks. The first 24 to 72 hours can include mild swelling, small bruising, or a firmer feel as the product integrates with the surrounding tissue. By day 7, most of the initial swelling has resolved and the contour starts to read accurately. By the 2-week mark, the gel has fully hydrated and bonded with tissue, giving you the final result. Victoria Rose Cyr, RN BScN, books every nasolabial patient for a complimentary 2-week follow-up so any small refinements can be made once the product has settled. Avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol, and facial massage for 24 to 48 hours to support clean integration.