Smile Lines and Nasolabial Folds: Consultation Guide in Narellan

Explain which smile lines you mean

People use “smile lines” to describe different areas, including lines beside the nose and mouth or around the eyes. Point out the area you want to discuss rather than relying on the name alone.

This guide focuses on questions about the folds beside the nose extending towards the mouth, often called nasolabial folds. It helps you prepare for a discussion at Nuva Aesthetics in Narellan. It does not diagnose a concern, recommend a procedure or promise fold removal. Having visible folds does not establish a need for treatment.

Describe a fold, a fine line or a shadow in your own words

Tell your clinician whether you mean a crease, a broader contour or a shadow you notice in photographs. Explain whether you see it when smiling, with your face relaxed or both, and whether it concerns one side or both.

These observations help clarify your enquiry. They do not establish a cause or mean that a particular service would be suitable.

Separate nearby concerns

If your question is about lines below the mouth corners, lip lines or cheek fullness, describe those separately. Do not assume that one proposed approach would address every nearby area.

For cheek-specific questions, see our Flat or Deflated-Looking Cheeks guide. If you mean lines at the outer corners of your eyes, see our Crow’s Feet guide.

Explain what you want to preserve about your smile

Tell your clinician what matters to you about your usual expression and facial shape. You can ask about an area without seeking to remove every crease or change your overall appearance.

If a photograph prompted the enquiry, explain what you notice rather than expecting a match to an edited image. Reference photographs cannot establish suitability or predict an individual outcome.

Do not select an approach from the location of a line alone

Ask what needs assessment before discussing options. A fold beside the mouth does not, by itself, establish that adding volume directly to it, treating the cheeks or choosing a different procedure is appropriate.

Our Facial Lines vs Facial Volume guide helps separate the questions you may want to ask. It is not a clinical comparison or a treatment recommendation.

Questions to bring to your consultation

• Am I describing a fold, surface lines, a shadow or several concerns?
• What assessment is needed before considering options?
• What would any proposed approach address, and what would it not change?
• What limitations apply to differences between sides?
• How would my preferences about smiling and facial shape be considered?
• What risks, alternatives and option of no procedure should I understand?
• What would the full costs, recovery, aftercare and follow-up involve?

Mention previous procedures and recent changes

Have approximate dates and available records ready for earlier facial procedures. Explain any concerns about previous outcomes rather than assuming a plan should be repeated or more treatment added.

Use our previous-treatment review guide to organise a non-urgent enquiry. Contact your treating clinician with concerns after a recent procedure. Seek appropriate medical assessment for sudden or unexplained facial changes or symptoms, and urgent medical care for urgent concerns.

Confirm the appropriate appointment

If you want to discuss your concerns before selecting a service, the consultation with RN Catherine provides 30 minutes for discussion of goals, suitability and options. No treatment is performed during this session.

The clinic also lists a Volume Enhancement Consultation & Treatment appointment for discussion of facial volume, structure and balance. Contact the clinic to confirm whether it fits your enquiry. This general listing does not confirm a treatment for nasolabial folds or guarantee that a procedure will proceed.

Smile-lines consultation FAQs

Are all smile lines nasolabial folds?

No. People use the phrase for several areas. Point out whether you mean the folds beside the nose and mouth, outer-eye lines or another feature.

Does a deeper-looking fold mean I need more volume?

This guide cannot establish that. Ask what assessment is needed rather than choosing a quantity or procedure from the appearance of a crease.

Can the two sides be made identical?

This page does not promise perfect symmetry or a particular contour. Ask about realistic limitations and uncertainty before deciding whether to proceed.

Can I discuss the concern without committing to treatment?

Yes. You can seek information, take time to consider it or decide not to pursue a cosmetic procedure. Confirm any booking terms separately.

Related resources and visiting information

Explore our Facial Volume and Balance guide and Facial Concerns hub. Use the pre-consultation checklist to prepare questions and relevant information.

Appointments take place at Lexyor Beauty Centre, Shop 1/302 Camden Valley Way, Narellan NSW 2567. There is on-site parking, and the clinic is next door to Cash Converters. Call 0468 886 710 with appointment questions.