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Filler injections are fast, safe, and immediate corrections for pockets and pouches on the side of the mouth. Restylane, Juvederm, Voluma and/or Belotero can be artistically placed to even out bumps and depressions.
Pockets or pouches on the sides of the mouth are usually caused by the volume above being greater than the volume below. I can't see the rest of your face, but one answer could be to have filler below that area to transition it into your chin and jawline better. In addition, if you have flattening in the temple or upper cheeks, adding filler in the cheekbone area and temples can pull it upward. Tissue tightening techniques like thermage CPT total tip or ulthera may also be helpful on their own or as adjuncts to the filler.I hope this answer was helpful!Wishing you the best of luck.
You likely need something more permanent like fat or silicone. I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist or plastic surgeon who does a lot of these treatments. Best, Dr. Emer.
Thanks for your question. The simple answer is yes, they are safe to be used in this area. Treating this area is typically considered "off label" but it is done regularly and I have done it myself in my own practice. The real issue, however, is whether or not the injector can safely...
Tear trough area is a more bruise-prone region of the face and some of the visible lumpiness can be a result of swelling and bruising. We usually bring our patients back after 7-10 days to determine if any adjustments are needed. Most of the time we specifically under-treat this area to ensure...
