19y/o struggling with saggy face and prominent smile lines. My face is a bit round when I smile however I don’t have strong cheekbones. Im 5’4 and weigh 127lbs. Im considering buccal fat removal and facial fat transfer. Is this the right option?
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Answer: Saggy face & prominent smile lines at 19 multiple procedures are needed
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...
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,...