I'm a 38 y/o female, recently lost 40 lbs & working on last 20. Just developed dark circles & nasolabial lines with this. Cheeks dropping a bit. Really liked my face and high cheekbones. But fear will get worse as I continue to lose (and age). Looking at midface/cheek lift, but don't find many before/after pics impressive. PLUS reading horror stories of major nerve damage possible. Reviews here are very mixed. Any doctors truly confident in doing this procedure?? Worth it to patients?
September 3, 2014
Answer: Volume loss in your cheeks It is more likely that the aging phenomenon that you are seeing is due to volume loss. This is a normal part of the aging process and usually begins in your 30s. Combined with your weight loss these signs of aging can be exacerbated. Mid-facelifts are rarely performed as the long-term complications of these procedures has been noted in the last few years by many surgeons who previously performed them. I would recommend consult a surgeon who is familiar with volume restoration in these areas. It is important to be examined to determine exactly what is needed here however I would believe that you could achieve a satisfying correction with fillers such as hyaluronic acid, or fat.
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September 3, 2014
Answer: Volume loss in your cheeks It is more likely that the aging phenomenon that you are seeing is due to volume loss. This is a normal part of the aging process and usually begins in your 30s. Combined with your weight loss these signs of aging can be exacerbated. Mid-facelifts are rarely performed as the long-term complications of these procedures has been noted in the last few years by many surgeons who previously performed them. I would recommend consult a surgeon who is familiar with volume restoration in these areas. It is important to be examined to determine exactly what is needed here however I would believe that you could achieve a satisfying correction with fillers such as hyaluronic acid, or fat.
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August 25, 2014
Answer: Mid face and cheek lift surgery Thank you for your question. Yes, I very commonly do the procedures you listed and I include them with my facelifts. If you're actively losing weight, I would wait until you've been at your goal weight for at least 3 months before pursuing any facial rejuvenation surgery. However, a facelift can help lift your cheeks and pull back your nasolabial folds. Good luck!Dr. SchreiberBaltimore plastic surgeon
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August 25, 2014
Answer: Mid face and cheek lift surgery Thank you for your question. Yes, I very commonly do the procedures you listed and I include them with my facelifts. If you're actively losing weight, I would wait until you've been at your goal weight for at least 3 months before pursuing any facial rejuvenation surgery. However, a facelift can help lift your cheeks and pull back your nasolabial folds. Good luck!Dr. SchreiberBaltimore plastic surgeon
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