Less invasive anti-aging options

Scott E. Kasden, MD answers: Anti-aging options for a young woman?

I'm 24 years old, but as I am obsessed with my looks, I am looking to find ways to stay looking young. Should I get a mini face lift now or only Botox?

What is the best option for a 24 year old who is beginning to see SLIGHT signs of aging, besides creams. I feel like my nasolabial folds are bothering me the most, and I feel I'm starting to get them because of my constant dieting and losing/gaining weight in my face.

I used to have chubby cheeks when I was younger but as I got older they went down. If I get Botox or some kind of filler, I don't want to look like I have chubby cheeks again, but if I get a Face lift and pull them back would I look overdone?


Scott E. Kasden, MD
9 months ago

You are very young to think about a face lift, mini or otherwise.  Fillers gently used beneath the nasolabial folds can usually fix the creases nicely, without giving you puffy cheeks.

The best things you can do to maintain your youthful appearance is avoid smoking, excessive drinking, and sun exposure.  Additionally, keep weight stable, well hydrated, and use moisturizer creams and makeup with sun block.

Finally, you need to take a look at your values, and perhaps read your post.  I get the strong sense that you may have body dysmorpic syndrome.  I may be wrong in this, but that is the feeling I get.  If this is true, you may want to get help with it, because people who suffer with this issue, are usually never happy with themselves.

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