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Best Option to Fix Hollow Midface Look?

asked 9 months ago by Bill Wane
Latest answer by Babak Azizzadeh, MD
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Tags: hollowness, options

I am a 21 year old male and want to fix the sunken look I have in my midface area. What would be the best procedure to get rid of the hollow lines (wich I call railroad track lines) in my midface? I have read about filler injections but they are only temporary and leave a plump, round shape which I dont want. I would like to have a more narrow/angular look. Could cheek implants work?

7 answers to Best Option to Fix Hollow Midface Look?

There are many options

There are actually many options to correct your hollow midface. One is Sculptra, which is an injectable filler but can last up to 3 years. Cheek implants are an option. I would consult with a surgeon who offers both and he/she can discuss pros and cons of each. see video

Babak Azizzadeh, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Surgical implants can be a great option

As our understanding of aging has improved, facial plastic surgeons have come to appreciate how a hollowed mid-face can really give an aged, tired appearance. Options to correct this include both temporary fillers as well as surgical implants. A variety of fillers can be used to fill the cheek. Options include Juvederm, Radiesse and Sculptra. These fillers can provide correction for anywhere from 9 months to several years depending on the choice of filler, technique and number of... more

Mark Hamilton, MD
Indianapolis Facial Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse, Juvederm, Restylane or Sculptra for Facial Volume

Fortunately over the last decade we have seen a revolution in options for the treatment of volume loss. The best result will be gained by proper evaluation with a Board Certified Physician in a field such as Dermatology or Plastic Surgery-- and developing a plan that fits your concerns best. For quick correction, high safety, good correction time (6-12 months), lower up front cost and the abiltiy to "reverse" the treatment if you don't like the results-- the Juvederm... more

Jeffrey C. Poole, MD
Metairie Dermatologic Surgeon

Cheek augmentation options

Sunken cheeks may be due to multiple factors and not necessarily from age alone. First line options typically include office injections, such as Radiesse or Sculptra. These particular injections are "semi permanent" and will require repeat treatments periodically. Cheek implants are another great option. Silicone cheek implants are the only permanent method for midfacial enhancement. There isn't a best option, but rather many good options based on your specific goals and... more

Houtan Chaboki, MD
Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse is the Best Option to Fix a Mid-face Hollow Look

I use Radiesse multiple times every day to fix volume loss problems such as yours. Radiesse has given physicians and patients a new dimension in facial contouring by revolumizing the face through a minimally invasive approach. They are well-tolerated by patients, have a low incidence of side effects, and result in high patient satisfaction. Longer lasting fillers such as Radiesse have many advantages over implants. One obvious advantage is that surgery is not required. Another is that... more

Mitchell Schwartz, MD
South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

dorsetstreetdermatology.com

Midface Correction

There are actually lots of options to improve the mid face region. Temporary measures include: Sculptra, HA fillers (Restylane, Juvederm), and Radiesse. More permanent options are: placing cheek implants (there are a variety of sizes and shapes), fat injections, and a surgical mid face lift. Sometimes it is nice to start with the temporary fillers first, just to make sure you like the look, before you commit to a more permanent procedure.

Jenifer L. Henderson, MD
Silverdale Facial Plastic Surgeon

Fillers can easily restore or enhance midface volume

Just about every day I am restoring or enhancing midface volume using Juvéderm Ultra XC®. My patients like this, and most still look good a year later compared with their baseline photos. Treatment is simple, and a major advantage of Juvéderm® [and other HA based fillers like Restylane®] is that they can be quickly and easily reversed with hyaluronidase if there is a problem or a complication.

Kevin C. Smith, MD
Niagara Falls Dermatologic Surgeon

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