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Best Filler for Cheek Hollowness?

asked 2 years ago by Louise1215 in Covina, california
Latest answer by Robert Strimling, MD
Question viewed 2,357 times
Tags: cheekbones, cheeks, hollow

I have high cheekbones and have noticed that I am becoming more hollow just underneath them and am considering fillers to make them fuller thereby lifting the hollow area.

I have already had my fillers in my nasal folds which is okay but need more fullness. Which fillers do you recommend?

8 answers to Best Filler for Cheek Hollowness?

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Correcting Cheek Hollowness

A wide variety of facial implants are currently available for the enhancement of the skeletal elements of facial aesthetics. The most commonly used facial implants are used to enhance the profile of the chin and the cheeks. Facial implants very widely not only in shape and style, but also in terms of the materials from which they are fabricated. My preference is to use structural fat grafting, as much as possible, to enhance facial features. In many cases, the need for a solid implant can... more
Michael Law, MD

Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon
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Sculptra of Perlane are best fillers for sunken cheeks

Sculptra, Perlane or Juvederm are my favorite options for cheek hollowness. Sculptra requires 3 or more monthly sessions and several months or more to see the final results. Sculptra may last longer - up to 2-4 years or maybe more. While, Perlane and related hyaluronic acid-based fillers are performed in one session, but will probably require 2-3 or more syringes for satisfactory improvement; which lasts 1-2 years or less. Final (total) costs are similar.... more
Robert Strimling, MD

Las Vegas Dermatologist
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Sculptra works very well in this area

Sculptra or Radiesse Scupltra, a biostimulator is an excellent choice for restoring lost volume to the face. We know that volume loss is one of the most important contributors to aging and the collagen stimulation that Sculptra encourages gives a natural, soft result. Radiesse is also an excellent choice for volumizing and the hyaluronic acid fillers are a good choice, especially if you are not sure if you are going to like the result, asthey can be reversed. more
W. Tracy Hankins, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon
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Long term, high volume filler

Increasing the size of your cheeks with fillers is an excellent alternative to cheek implants. The best volume filler is your own fat. This can be harvested from your stomach or buttock and washed. Then it is injected into the subcutaneous area of the cheek. It may be performed in the office or under sedation in the OR. Another good choice is Radiesse or Juviderm. The injection technique is slightly different, but a qualified Plastic Surgeon would be able to do this successfully. My advice,... more
David A. Dreyfuss, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Fillers for cheek hollowness

The aging process tends to result in loss of fat in the cheeks and other areas of the face. To restore this requires a fair amount of of filler. Because of the extensive nature of this dermal fillers are really out of the question if you want any kind of long term correction. Therefore your two choices are implants such as medpore or fat. Typically the skin gets thin as we age and implants can be difficult to camouflage. So I think micro fact grafting is your best option. A large... more
Christopher L. Hess, MD

Fairfax Plastic Surgeon
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The most natural and longest lasting filler is your own fat.

Dr. Pearlman has given you a good review of the non autologous fillers. However the best and most natural filler is your own fat. It is harvested from your abdomen or your medial thighs or waist and then grafted into your face. It is a difficult procedure to learn with a steep learning curve so make sure your surgeon has had a lot of experience with the procedure. You may want to start with one of the more temporary fillers to see if that is the look you are looking for.
Carl W. "Rick" Lentz III, MD

Daytona Beach Plastic Surgeon
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There are a number of very good fillers for cheeks

When it comes to restoring volume to the cheeks, there are a number of good fillers. I discuss all choices with patients. They range in longevity, ease of injection and cost. Basically the longer it lasts, the more it costs and injection is slightly more complex. First choice is hyaluronic acids: Juvederm and Restylane. These last from 6 to 9 months in the cheeks. Next in price and longevity is Perlane and Juvederm Ultra Plus (9 months or more). These are a little thicker, so may feel lumpy... more
Steven J. Pearlman, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Fillers or implants for cheek hollowness

Dear Louise, When considering the use of a filling agent I always consider the amount needed, how often it needs to be done, the long term effects and costs to the patient. Of course fillers are the easiest way to go and require little down time. I would recommend a long lasting filler like Radiesse or Sculptra. You may also want to consider using your own fat even though this is a surgical procedure it has very little downtime and risk and can usually be done under local anesthesia... more
Steven Schuster, MD

Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

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