What type of facial procedures would be appropriate for me? (Photo)

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In every professional picture taken of me, I notice how saggy my cheeks and mouth are. I also despise how square my face is. What surgeries do I need to correct these? I am 18 but I still haven’t “grown into my baby fat” so I am losing hope. My face is so saggy that I have a resting sad face that always gets comments.

Farid Brad Mozaffari, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and pictures. Just because you have turned 18, doesn't mean your facial growth has completed. People reach facial growth maturity at different times. I would highly recommend for you to NOT rush into surgery unless your facial features have been stable for at least 1 year (preferably 2 years). If you are sure that you want something done, then I would start with treatments that are not permanent such as fillers. You will be best served by seeing a board certified plastic or facial surgeon to discuss your concerns and possible treatment options.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You are quite young at 18.  One thing you can consider is a lip lift.  A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Mark Eberbach, MD · Answer

Your photos are so immensely distorted that it is impossible to provide you with a reason professional opinion about help. In addition, it would be nice if you could share those specific identified things that bothering you. A general question without an distorted photograph, is impossible to answer.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Facial aesthetics are primarily determined by bone structure, rather than by soft tissue coverage.
Each person will have their own unique facial appearance, and this is primarily determined by their skull.
Changing your inherent facial appearance is quite an involved endeavor, and generally only done for those who have significant Deformity.
Avoid looking for simplistic solutions to complex problems.
Based on your pictures I don’t see a need for surgical intervention but rather reassurance.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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