Am I a candidate for cheek filler? (photos)

Thanks for your question. I think your analysis is quite good. A cheek filler utilizing either a commercial filler or your own fat, in the area of your cheek between the nasolabial folds and the lower eyelids would make a nice improvement. We typically lose volume in this area of the face as we age and restoration of this area would make a greater improvement of your appearance rather than just the nasolabial folds. Good luck!

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

I would agree with you and I would recommend adding volume to your cheeks instead of your nasolabial folds directly. Filling your cheeks will improve the naslabial folds by producing some lift in that area. I think it is very possible that just filling your cheeks will give you enough improvement so that nothing would need to be done directly to the nasolabial folds.