Duration
9-12 months
Results visible
Results visible right after treatment
Maintenance
After 9-12 months
Price
from 299 EUR
Medically reviewed by
Aesthetic Medicine Physician · Last reviewed: May 2026
The nasolabial fold usually doesn't just develop at the fold itself. It develops from volume loss in the cheek above it. That's why we often rebuild the cheek first. The fold often becomes noticeably flatter as a result. Nasolabial fold correction is part of our hyaluronic acid treatments in Munich.
Your Benefits
- Cause-oriented treatment rather than mere fold smoothing
- Indirect lifting through restoration of midface substance
- No detectable "filled" look, even up close
- Preservation of natural expression dynamics
- Soft transitions rather than visible treatment edges
- Gradual approach for controlled results
How the Treatment Works
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Analysis: I assess whether the fold should be treated directly or indirectly (through the cheeks).
2
Consultation: We discuss your desired result, subtle or more pronounced.
3
Numbing: Numbing cream for maximum comfort.
4
Injection: Precise placement of hyaluronic acid along the fold.
5
Review: Together we check the result.
Cause Rather Than Symptom
The causes: volume loss in the cheek, the effect of gravity, and bone resorption in the midface that increases over the years. If only the fold is filled while the cheek stays sunken, the result often looks less natural than the fold itself.
The Layered Approach
Deep support at the bone vs. superficial smoothing. How different hyaluronic acid consistencies work at different tissue depths. Micro-cannula for atraumatic technique. Why combining with cheek augmentation often yields the most convincing result.
Our Treatment Approach
The injection sequence matters here: cheek first, since building it back up often does most of the lifting on its own. Only then does the area close to the nose come into focus, and I keep the amount of hyaluronic acid as minimal as possible there, since this zone moves constantly when you speak or smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I treat the nasolabial fold directly or the cheeks?
That depends on the cause. For younger patients with minimal volume loss, direct treatment is often sufficient. For older patients or those with significant cheek volume loss, I often recommend cheek enhancement first: it lifts the fold from above.
Can the treatment look unnatural?
Yes, if too much product is used or the technique isn't right. I always work with the minimum amount necessary and prefer to build gradually.
Is the treatment painful?
With numbing cream and the lidocaine in the hyaluronic acid, the treatment is very tolerable. The nasolabial fold is less sensitive than areas like the lips.
How long do the results last?
In the nasolabial fold, hyaluronic acid usually lasts 9-12 months, as this area has less movement than the lips, for example.
Can I treat both sides at once?
Yes, that's the norm. Most patients have the fold on both sides, though sometimes more pronounced on one side.
What does nasolabial fold treatment cost?
The treatment starts from 299 EUR. The exact cost depends on the depth of the fold and the amount needed.
Interested in Nasolabial Folds?
In a personal consultation, we discuss your wishes and find the optimal treatment for you.
Book a consultationScientific Evidence
- [1] Wang C et al.. Hyaluronic Acid Fillers for Nasolabial Folds: An Updated Systematic Review. J Cosmet Dermatol (2024).
- [2] Wang C et al.. Efficacy and Safety of HA Fillers for Nasolabial Folds: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Aesthet Surg J (2018).
Linked studies serve as scientific context and do not constitute treatment guarantees.
