Solution for cheek dents?

I suffer from "cheek dents" and have tried fillers with no luck...I would like to know if the ligaments that have been said to be creating the problems are attaching the skin to the bone, and if so, can those ligaments be cut to release the skin and stop the "dents"?

2 answers to “Solution for cheek dents?”

A: Consider Autologous Fat Grafting

Kamran Jafri, MD

Hello Ms. Dent, From your question I am assuming you mean your "naso-labial folds" or the deep wrinkle that runs from the corners of your nose down towards your mouth. You may also be referring to actual depressions that are on your cheeks higher up (the malar area). Either way if you have tried... more

A: Several options for cheek dents

William Portuese, MD

The dents that occur in the cheek can be congenital or traumatic. If fillers have been unsuccessful, fascia grafts taken from the neck or behind the ear can be inserted underneath this area for augmentation. Dermal and fat grafts can also be used. These can be done under local anesthetic and work quite well... more

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