I carry a lot of extra fullness in the lower half of my face. I am fit, so being overweight is not the issue. I have become very frustrated with the immature look of my face and am seeking advice on how to get a thinner, more defined and mature-looking face. I've heard of Botox and buccal fat removal, but am not sure which is more effective and/or more suitable to my situation.
Answer: Facial Sculpting Using Fillers Like Voluma, Radiesse, Lyft, Juvederm and Sculptra and Fat; Buccal Fat Pad; Botox; Liposuction If you want a more slimming look, botox can be used on the jawline and masseter, buccal fat pad removal and liposuction. Please see a facial contouring expert for evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: Facial Sculpting Using Fillers Like Voluma, Radiesse, Lyft, Juvederm and Sculptra and Fat; Buccal Fat Pad; Botox; Liposuction If you want a more slimming look, botox can be used on the jawline and masseter, buccal fat pad removal and liposuction. Please see a facial contouring expert for evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer
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June 29, 2016
Answer: Lower face fullness Thanks for your question. An in person exam would be necessary to better assess your face but you may be a good candidate for Botox injections into the masseter muscle along your jawline. This can help to taper the width of the lower face to help you achieve a more classically feminine shape.
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June 29, 2016
Answer: Lower face fullness Thanks for your question. An in person exam would be necessary to better assess your face but you may be a good candidate for Botox injections into the masseter muscle along your jawline. This can help to taper the width of the lower face to help you achieve a more classically feminine shape.
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Answer: Botox and fillers to contour the face Thank you for your question mamottonen. Botox and fillers can be used to contour the face. Fillers such as Voluma can enhance the cheekbone. Simultaneous Botox treatments in the masseter can slim down the lower face. When done together improvements can be seen. Please consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!
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Answer: Botox and fillers to contour the face Thank you for your question mamottonen. Botox and fillers can be used to contour the face. Fillers such as Voluma can enhance the cheekbone. Simultaneous Botox treatments in the masseter can slim down the lower face. When done together improvements can be seen. Please consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!
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July 6, 2016
Answer: Facial fullness Please be cautious about getting treatment for facial fullness. Botox is not going to reduce the fullness of the upper cheeks without having a significant effect on your smile. It is not the right approach. Removal of buccal fat is permanent and you're likely to regret it as you get older, Facial fullness is associated with a more youthful look, and as you mature your face is likely to look deflated and older, especially after buccal fat removal - just the opposite of what you will want. Many people invest a lot of money in restoring fullness of the face to achieve a rejuvenated appearance. If I were you, I wouldn't do anything. Love your youthful face! There are other ways to impress people with your maturity - the way you carry yourself, what you have to say, the way you behave, the way you dress, the style of your accessories and hair, etc.
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July 6, 2016
Answer: Facial fullness Please be cautious about getting treatment for facial fullness. Botox is not going to reduce the fullness of the upper cheeks without having a significant effect on your smile. It is not the right approach. Removal of buccal fat is permanent and you're likely to regret it as you get older, Facial fullness is associated with a more youthful look, and as you mature your face is likely to look deflated and older, especially after buccal fat removal - just the opposite of what you will want. Many people invest a lot of money in restoring fullness of the face to achieve a rejuvenated appearance. If I were you, I wouldn't do anything. Love your youthful face! There are other ways to impress people with your maturity - the way you carry yourself, what you have to say, the way you behave, the way you dress, the style of your accessories and hair, etc.
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June 29, 2016
Answer: Thinning a full face and cheeks with Botox or Buccal Fat removal Dear mamottonen:Thanks for sharing your photos! It always seems like you want what someone else has and vice versa! You describe yourself as fit with a full face. You have a gorgeous smile, smooth skin and beautiful features. Loss of cheek fat is associated with aging. If you remove it during your youth, an over gaunt appearance in later years occurs. As Dr. Odunze-Geer said below, "embrace" your beauty. Let it cheer you up. If this isn't enough, I do not believe removal of the buccal fat pads will help "thin" your face but simply add deeper dimples. If clenching your teeth does not produce widening of the jaw width then Botox to the masseters will not help. If you wish more direction, please consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or Oral Surgeon with experience in jaw evaluation for improved facial proportions and balance. I wish you the very best!
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June 29, 2016
Answer: Thinning a full face and cheeks with Botox or Buccal Fat removal Dear mamottonen:Thanks for sharing your photos! It always seems like you want what someone else has and vice versa! You describe yourself as fit with a full face. You have a gorgeous smile, smooth skin and beautiful features. Loss of cheek fat is associated with aging. If you remove it during your youth, an over gaunt appearance in later years occurs. As Dr. Odunze-Geer said below, "embrace" your beauty. Let it cheer you up. If this isn't enough, I do not believe removal of the buccal fat pads will help "thin" your face but simply add deeper dimples. If clenching your teeth does not produce widening of the jaw width then Botox to the masseters will not help. If you wish more direction, please consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or Oral Surgeon with experience in jaw evaluation for improved facial proportions and balance. I wish you the very best!
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