Had tons of volume loss in my face in the past 6-7 years. Tried fillers but the only place it helped was the melomental fold (spelling?) around the bottom corners of my mouth...the nasolabial fold could not be helped much with fillers because the more filler that goes there the weirder my smile looks. It also does not address the sagging around my cheekbones and lower eyelids. I feel like I have three harsh lines-- I REALLY want a permanent fix which is a lift, but I know my dr will say no.
April 8, 2016
Answer: Mini Facelift is not the Answer In reviewing your pictures, you have poor bone support and projection in the cheeks/malar area. This lack of bone is causing many of the issues you are describing. The only permanent solution to improve your facial structure would be cheek implants. The would lift your midface and give you height and definition in the midface. I hope this helps
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April 8, 2016
Answer: Mini Facelift is not the Answer In reviewing your pictures, you have poor bone support and projection in the cheeks/malar area. This lack of bone is causing many of the issues you are describing. The only permanent solution to improve your facial structure would be cheek implants. The would lift your midface and give you height and definition in the midface. I hope this helps
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March 4, 2016
Answer: 26-year old with facial volume loss What you describe over is volume loss in your face not premature face/neck laxity. Laxity is managed with a lift and volume loss is managed with volume replacement. As individuals age they most often need a combination of both techniques; however at your age you most likely just need properly place volume, and with this, the emphasis is on proper placement. Although your posted image is shadowed, it appears you would benefit from volume replacement not in the nasolabial fold, but rather over the malar eminence and along the zygomatic arch. In so doing, this will not only volumize the areas of concern, but also give some lift, which will improve the nasolabial fold. Remember, the progressive deepening of this fold is not due to a loss of volume in the fold, but rather the loss of volume over the cheek and resulting deflation/collapse of the cheek tissues. Now what filler to use? There are pros and cons to all, but I would start simple and use something reversible. For this area Voluma is a good option. If you like this effect, then as it resolves you can then consider switching to your own fat. Your own fat is tricky, but in the proper hands gives a pleasing and long lasting result. Finally, please take the time to research this and find an experienced board certified plastic or facial plastic surgeon in your area. Good luck!
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March 4, 2016
Answer: 26-year old with facial volume loss What you describe over is volume loss in your face not premature face/neck laxity. Laxity is managed with a lift and volume loss is managed with volume replacement. As individuals age they most often need a combination of both techniques; however at your age you most likely just need properly place volume, and with this, the emphasis is on proper placement. Although your posted image is shadowed, it appears you would benefit from volume replacement not in the nasolabial fold, but rather over the malar eminence and along the zygomatic arch. In so doing, this will not only volumize the areas of concern, but also give some lift, which will improve the nasolabial fold. Remember, the progressive deepening of this fold is not due to a loss of volume in the fold, but rather the loss of volume over the cheek and resulting deflation/collapse of the cheek tissues. Now what filler to use? There are pros and cons to all, but I would start simple and use something reversible. For this area Voluma is a good option. If you like this effect, then as it resolves you can then consider switching to your own fat. Your own fat is tricky, but in the proper hands gives a pleasing and long lasting result. Finally, please take the time to research this and find an experienced board certified plastic or facial plastic surgeon in your area. Good luck!
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