They are called smile lines, laugh lines, or nasolabial folds — those creases that run from the sides of your nose down to the corners of your mouth. While they are a natural part of facial expression, deepening smile lines can make you look tired, older, or even unhappy when your face is at rest. If yours have started to bother you, you are not alone, and Juvederm offers one of the most effective, natural-looking solutions available.
Why Smile Lines Deepen Over Time
Nasolabial folds are present to some degree in everyone — they are simply part of the architecture of the human face. But as we age, several factors conspire to make them more prominent. The fat pads in the mid-face gradually descend, the skin loses collagen and elasticity, and the underlying bone structure subtly changes. Sun exposure, genetics, and lifestyle habits like smoking can accelerate the process. The result is that those once-subtle creases become deeper grooves that are visible even when you are not smiling.
How Juvederm Works
Juvederm is a family of hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers designed to restore volume and smooth away lines. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring molecule in the body that attracts and holds moisture, giving skin its plump, hydrated quality. When injected into the nasolabial fold area, Juvederm replenishes the lost volume that causes the crease, effectively lifting the skin from within and softening the line.
At Renew, we most commonly use Juvederm Vollure XC for smile lines, as it is specifically formulated with Vycross technology for smooth, flexible results that move naturally with your expressions. The treatment takes about 20 to 30 minutes, and the product contains lidocaine for built-in comfort during the injection process.
Natural-Looking Results That Last
One of the greatest advantages of Juvederm is how natural the results look and feel. When placed by an experienced injector, filler in the nasolabial folds does not create a "puffy" or overfilled appearance. Instead, it restores the gentle contour your face had in earlier years, softening the shadow of the fold without erasing it entirely. The goal is always to look refreshed and like yourself — just a well-rested, revitalized version.
Results are visible immediately and continue to improve over the following two weeks as the product settles and integrates with your tissue. Juvederm Vollure in the nasolabial folds typically lasts 12 to 18 months, making it one of the longer-lasting filler options on the market. Touch-up treatments are simpler and often require less product, since some residual volume typically remains from the previous session.
What to Expect After Treatment
Most patients experience only mild swelling and occasional light bruising at the injection sites, which resolves within a few days. We recommend avoiding strenuous exercise for 24 hours and skipping alcohol on the day of treatment to minimize bruising. Otherwise, you can return to your normal routine immediately.
If smile lines have been on your mind, we invite you to come in for a consultation. We will assess your facial anatomy, discuss your goals, and show you what is possible — all with zero obligation. Sometimes the smallest enhancement makes the biggest difference in how you feel when you look in the mirror.