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How to Remove Cheek Indents Due to Piercings?
asked 2 years ago by Esmef
Latest answer by Travis L. Shaw, MD
Question viewed 11,072 times
Tags: cheeks, female, indentation, piercing, scar
I had my cheeks pierced for four years, and took them out about six months ago. The holes have now closed, but the indents are still very deep and I just want them gone! Would I need some sort of filler injected into them or something along those lines? And are there any examples of these scars after they have been dealt with? Thank you for your time.
1 answer to How to Remove Cheek Indents Due to Piercings?
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Scars from piercings and cheek scars/ Filler
Though the holes in your cheek have closed, the indentations are a result of the natural healing process (contraction). Fillers are an option but would not be permanent. The area will be need to removed surgically and repaired in layers. Done properly, this will give an almost imperceptable scar. I would recommend you seek a surgeon with experience with facial anatomy. Best of luck to you
Travis L. Shaw, MD
Richmond Facial Plastic Surgeon
Richmond Facial Plastic Surgeon