Restalyne for naso labial folds

[sarahixon]

I had moderate nasolabial folds filled with Restalyne and liked the results. I had the procedure repeated as the results began to wear off. It looked a bit over-filled but nice. However, I noticed that the line that previously went from my nose to the right of my mouth has migrated BELOW the restalyne. So, now when I smile there is a new hollowed out area between the corner of my mouth and my nose BELOW where it used to be. The Restalyne has long since worn off but the change to my smile seems permanent. One side looks fine and the other really bothers me. Is there any way this can be corrected? Can Restalyne be used to fill out the new hollowed area and "move" the naso-labial fold back up?

[Howard Rosenberg, MD]

It is certainly worth using Restylane to try to fill the hollowed area.  If it is successful, you will be pleased with the result. If it does not work, the Restylane will disappear in three to four months.

[sarahixon]

Thank you for your help!