What can I do to correct midface deficiency?

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I want to bring my mouth/smile and cheekbones out more. I think I need to get upper jaw advancement but for a short term and cheaper solution can I get cheek fillers to help with my drooping cheeks?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Symmetry, volume and contouring of the face can be improved with well-placed fillers (Voluma, Radiesse, Bellafill) and Sculptra. Fat or implants are alternatives. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Ultimately, an examination or photographs of you would be needed to determine what treatment options might be best for you.  Fillers are commonly used to help replace lost volume in the mid face.  This treatment can sometimes bring some lifting of the skin below as well.

Manjula Jegasothy, MD · Answer

Voluma® and Restylane® Refyne are the current gold standard for shaping and enhancing the cheeks. In the hands of an excellent and experienced trainer, cheek asymmetries may be minimized as well. Please consult a board certified aesthetic dermatologist for a consultation.

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD (retired) · Answer

Hi, I have performed many facial shaping procedures using dermal fillers, silastic facial implants (cheek, chin or lip implants), liposuction and/or facelifts for over 30 years.  Non smiling photos of your face from the front or side would help in the evaluation.  
 Following my beauty principles, women look the most feminine, youthful and attractive with heart shaped faces.  Heart shaped faces have cheeks that are full and round in the front.  Cheek augmentation with a dermal filler or using cheek implants for a permanent enhancement will create full, round cheeks that will feminize the entire face.  Conversely, men look chiseled and handsome with angularity in the cheek, chin and mandibular angles.Hope this helps.

What can I do to correct midface deficiency?

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Answer: I want to bring my mouth/smile and cheekbones out more.

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What can I do to correct midface deficiency?

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Answer: I want to bring my mouth/smile and cheekbones out more.

Answer: I want to bring my mouth/smile and cheekbones out more.

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