“Nose to mouth lines are one of the most common concerns that we come across,” says Dr Rekha Tailor, founder and medical director at Health & Aesthetics.
Dr Tailor adds, “Although they’re a very normal sign of ageing, nose to mouth lines can really impact your confidence. Fortunately there are many fantastic treatment options available to help reduce the appearance of nose to mouth lines and get you feeling your best self again.”
What are nose to mouth lines?
Nose to mouth lines are the folds of skin that run from the base of the nose to outer corners of the mouth. They’re also referred to as nasolabial folds, laugh lines, or smile lines.
Everyone has these lines to some extent, but in some people they’re more pronounced than others. Nose to mouth lines can become more obvious through:
- Genetics: genes play a key role in your facial anatomy and skin type.
- Ageing: our skin loses collagen and elastin proteins as we age, which are responsible for the skin’s firmness and structure. This makes our skin more prone to wrinkles, creasing and sagging as we age. We also lose fat pads and bone density in the face, and skin that once surrounded these begins to sag downward, emphasising nose to mouth lines.
- Repeated facial expressions: repetitive smiling, laughter, and facial movements can cause more permanent creases or wrinkles in the skin.
Other factors like sun exposure, smoking, pollution, and weight changes can also influence how our face changes and may contribute to the development of nose to mouth lines.
Nose to mouth lines treatments
Although nose to mouth lines aren’t of any medical concern, many people still want to know how to get rid of lines from the nose to mouth for aesthetic reasons.
As aesthetic medicine has progressed, a wide range of treatment options now exist for this concern. At Health & Aesthetics, we specialise in non-surgical treatments, meaning we can help you to make subtle changes to your appearance in the least invasive way possible.
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The table below lists some of our popular nose to mouth lines treatments:
| Treatment | How does it work? | What does treatment involve? |
| Sofwave | Sofwave uses advanced ultrasound technology to pass through the skin’s surface and heat the mid-dermis region. Doing this stimulates collagen production within the skin, helping to improve overall skin health and reduce the appearance of saggy or creased skin such as nose to mouth lines. | The Sofwave device is passed over the targeted region. It’s not usually painful, but you may feel your skin being heated up. Most people need just a single 30 to 40 minute session, but you can have more for maximum effect.There is no downtime, so you can get back to daily activities right away. |
| EndoLift | EndoLift is an innovative laser lifting treatment. The laser energy stimulates collagen and elastin production and remodels layers of the skin. It can also treat stubborn fat pockets. This helps to tighten loose skin in the nose and mouth area, effectively lifting and contouring your face. | An ultra-fine optical fibre is inserted just under the skin’s surface to create a channel to transmit laser energy. No incisions are needed. Laser energy is passed through this fibre, with one session taking around 60 minutes. Most people need just one session. Downtime is minimal. |
| Dermal fillers | Dermal fillers help to reinstall volume in areas where fat and bone have diminished in the face over time. Not only does this add plumpness and structure to the face, but it lifts the sagging skin below in the mouth and nose region, helping to smooth out lines and folds and sculpt this area. Nose to mouth lines filler is usually most effective after EndoLift or Sofwave treatment, helping to sustain and maximise results. | Aesthetic numbing cream is applied to the targeted regions.Dermal fillers are injected following your bespoke treatment plan.Treatment can take between 30 and 60 minutes and results can last from six to 18 months, depending on the type of filler you have. You may have some light bruising or swelling following treatment, but this can be easily concealed with makeup and should not last long. |
| Profhilo® Structura | Profhilo® Structura restores superficial fat layers, lifting and supporting the skin to reduce nose to mouth lines and create a more natural contour. | The treatment typically involves two sessions, one month apart, with injections targeting the upper cheek area. It’s minimally invasive, with little downtime and only mild swelling or bruising. |
Frequently asked questions
Is there anything I can do to prevent nose to mouth lines?
Most of the time, nose to mouth lines are an inevitable part of growing older. However, developing a good skincare routine with medical-grade skincare products, wearing SPF daily, and avoiding excessive sun exposure will help to keep your skin as healthy as possible. This may help to reduce prominent nose to mouth lines.
What’s the difference between marionette lines and nose to mouth lines?
Marionette lines are the sharp lines which start from the corners of the mouth and extend down the chin. They often give a downturned expression. Nose to mouth lines are slightly higher, from the base of the nose to the outer edges of the lips. Both marionette lines and mouth to nose lines are treated in a similar way.
How do I know which treatment is right for me?
During a consultation with our expert team, we explore several factors such as your skin health and concerns, your age, your skin goals, your health, and your lifestyle. This helps us identify a range of treatment options which might be most suitable for you. We believe in taking a personalised approach to treatments, designing a unique treatment plan to most effectively meet your goals.
Ready for a more youthful complexion?
To learn more about treatments for nose to mouth lines, or to explore any other non-surgical aesthetic medicine treatments, get in touch with our team today by scheduling a consultation.
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