Juvederm can be used to fill the cheeks

Mark Berkowitz, MD answers: Can Juvederm add volume to sunken cheeks?

Can Juvederm be used to add volume to the sides of the face that have flattened out due to aging?


Mark Berkowitz, MD
13 months ago

Yes, a cosmetic surgeon can use Juvederm or Restylane (HA- hyaluronic acid) to add volume to the cheeks.  My current favorite filler for these purposes is Radiesse.  I gently place this filler from the inside of the mouth (much like a dentist would work). 

Radiesse has the added benefit that it lasts longer than Juvederm. This is because unlike Juvederm, Radiesse has little calcium deposits within the jelly-like material that is injected. These deposits stimulate collagen growth. It is for this reason you may see the filler last double the other fillers (HA). 

Sculptra (PLLA) can also work beautifully to fill large areas like the cheeks. While Sculptra can last the longest of the fillers, the benfits are delayed, as most patients need a series of injections to obtain the results they desire. 

All of the fillers are used off-label for the cheeks.  Lastly, surgically you can enhance your cheeks; your own body fat can be transferred to your cheeks, or there are terrific cheek implants that can be placed by your cosmetic surgeon.

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