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Would a facelift help these perioral mounds? (Photos)

wilsdaniFeb 20, 2026

I don't think it's my jaw that's sagging, but I've got these pockets of skin next to my mouth which I believe are perioral mounds. I've read these are notoriously difficult to treat. I think I'd be a good candidate for a facelift, but I'm just not sure if it would actually address these. Could I get some thoughts, please?

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