5'4, 127lbs & saggy face & prominent smile lines at 19. What can I do? (Photos)

Female patients in their early 30s who are thin and not overweight may notice sagging skin around the corners of the mouth, known as marionette lines. These lines can result from various causes. A common reason for this age group is a lack or decreased projection of the cheekbones, as they...

Absolutely. Chin filler will not be a problem before or after Buccal fat removal procedure. It might actually enhance your appearance as well.

Patients in their early 20s who are of normal weight but feel insecure about their enlarged lower cheeks, especially when they smile, are usually good candidates for buccal fat removal. Buccal fat removal significantly decreases the fullness of the lower anterior face, particularly when smiling,...

Patients with cheek asymmetry could benefit from plastic surgery procedures to achieve more symmetry. However, the appropriate procedure depends on the source of the asymmetry. Based on the pictures, especially with glasses, it is unclear what causes the asymmetry. In my practice, the most...

When patients are indecisive between losing weight or undergoing buccal fat removal to address fullness of the face, they should consider different factors. One is weight, the second is the fullness of the lower face, especially when smiling. If a patient has a normal weight but a chubby face,...

Buccal fat removal can lead to a more defined facial appearance, but it may have some long-term effects on aging. Since the procedure reduces fat in the midface, some patients may experience a faster appearance of signs of aging, such as skin laxity or hollowing, especially as natural fat loss...