Age 26, what can I do to improve this shape face, I feel like it need more volume when neutral? (Photos)

Hi Brooke!
It sounds like you're looking for a more balanced appearance, and that's totally understandable. There are a few options that can help you achieve the volume you feel you need without overdoing it when you smile.
Dermal Fillers (Strategic Placement) Dermal fillers are often used to add volume to areas like the cheeks or jawline. With the right technique and placement, fillers can enhance your facial shape in a neutral expression, but avoid adding too much volume when you smile. It's all about precise placement in areas where you want more volume, like the mid-face or cheekbones, while avoiding areas that would lead to excess volume when smiling. Finding a skilled injector is key to getting this right!
2. Fat Transfer Another option is fat transfer, where fat is taken from another part of your body and injected into your face to restore volume. This can give you a more natural, longer-lasting result compared to fillers. Since it's your own fat, it blends naturally with the surrounding tissue, giving a more subtle look. Just like with fillers, the placement is important here too to avoid any excess volume when you smile.
3. Facial Exercises or Massage If you’re looking for non-invasive methods, facial exercises or massage techniques can help improve circulation and promote a natural plumpness in the face over time. While it’s a slower process, it could provide subtle improvements in overall facial volume.
4. Cheek ImplantsIf you’re looking for a more permanent solution, cheek implants might be an option to consider. They can provide lasting volume and structure, especially in the mid-face. This is a more invasive approach than fillers or fat transfer, but for some, it’s a great option.
5. Skin Tightening Treatments If you feel your skin has loosened or sagged over time, skin tightening treatments like Ultherapy or radiofrequency therapy might help lift and tighten the skin, improving the overall contour of your face and balancing the appearance between neutral and smiling expressions.
Key Considerations:No matter what route you choose, be sure to consult with an experienced professional who can assess your unique facial structure and discuss your goals. Moderation is key in these treatments, and working with the right expert will help you achieve subtle, natural-looking volume.
Hopefully, this helps guide you in the right direction! Best of luck.

It is important for your physician to check your anatomy and the way it looks in movement before doing any kind of procedure... You might be a good candidate to get facial harmonization with fillers, if you choose a good linseeds doctor you can get great results that won't make your face look to wide or fake.

Facial sculpting and contouring can be created with well-placed fillers (Voluma, Countour, Radiesse, Bellafill) and Sculptra, which would give improvement in facial balance. Fat or implants are alternatives. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer