Hi! As I’m aging, the muscles around my mouth are becoming more prominent in a way I don’t like. During a consultation, I was told that this can’t be fixed. I’m only 26 years old. I’m seeking a second opinion to find out if you agree or disagree with this assessment. What are the underlying issues, and what could be done?
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Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, pictures were not included and would be very helpful. First of all, liposuction of the face is not a common procedure. So, the first question is.... Is this even the correct procedure for you? Can you have liposuction with acne? That depends on...
The amounts needed for facial fat grafting are miniscule, in the order of 15-40 cc. So this should not be a problem. However, if you are anticoagulated due to your condition, you need to stop this prior to the procedure. You would need clearance from your vascular surgeon or correct the...
Thank you for your question, and I understand your concerns—subtle changes in facial volume can have a significant impact on how we perceive age and expression.
At 33, with recent weight loss and liposuction to the lower cheek and jawline, it's possible that some of the natural fat padding...
