Deep indentation in cheek after SMAS - what is it and how can it be treated? (photo)

Thank you for submitting your question.  Sutures for a SMAS face lift may cause temp irregularity. This will improve over time.  Discuss your concerns with your surgeon. Best Wishes.

Indentations on your cheek after a SMAS lift can be the result of;pulling of the stitches used to tighten the SMAS - usually resolves over time.removal of too much tissue during SMAS resection - can be treated with fat grafting.overzealous steroid injections for the treatment of other issues - will resolve over time.Return to your doctor to discuss which problem you are experiencing and to develop a game plan moving forward.Good luck!

Most likely the indentation is caused by the pull of the suture used to tighten the SMAS beneath your cheek skin.This is not uncommon after a SMAS tightening of the cheek and usually disappears with time..  Once you have healed if the indentation disappears the technique will give you Fuller cheeks.  Please ask your plastic surgeon about this so that the surgeon may reassure you. Your overall result looks good