Two skin folds in the face
Thenasolabial folds , commonly known as "smile lines "[ 1] or "laugh lines ",[ 2] [self-published source ] arefacial features . They are the twoskin folds that run from each side of thenose to the corners of themouth . They are defined by facial structures that support thebuccal fat pad .[ 3] They separate thecheeks from theupper lip . The term derives fromLatin nasus for "nose" andlabium for "lip ". Other people suggest the termmelolabial fold ,[clarification needed ] [ 4] or the lip-cheek fold or groove.[ 5] It is also known as thenasolabial sulcus .
Withageing the fold may grow in length and depth.[ 6] Dermal fillings may be used to replace lost fats andcollagen in this facial area.[ 7] Facial exercises give effective results in erasing the appearance of nasolabial folds.[ 8]
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