What's the best way to plump hollow spots on my face?

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A: Many options are available for facial hollows

Scott M. Gayner, MD

I like to give my patients 3 options when we are discussing volume restoration. The first is the use of fillers, such as Juvederm or Radiesse. These are quick and safe methods to restore volume to the face. The problem with fillers is that we might have to use multiple syringes for an effect expected to last... more

A: Sculptra for facial hollows

Ross Clevens, MD

As we age, the face tends to become more bottom heavy, morphing from a heart or triangular shape to a more square faced appearance.  I agree with the remarks of the other doctors who have answered this question.  Sculptra is a wondeful filler to address facial hollows and contour deformities as a... more

A: Hollow spots on the face can be due to two different...

D.J. Verret, MD

Hollow spots on the face can be due to two different components of aging - loss of facial fat or simply descent of facial tissues. There are several options to correct the hollow spots but there isn't one 'best way' since all have their advantages and disadvantages. Facial fat augmentation - By taking fat... more

A: The upper part of the youthful face is full; the...

George J. Beraka, MD

The upper part of the youthful face is full; the beautiful face is shaped like a heart. As we age, the upper face empties and you can see the bones under the skin. This hollowing is just as important a sign of aging as sagging and wrinkling. Therefore, fat injections have a huge role in creating a youthful... more

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