Face sagging at 22 years old - is it possible for me to have a mid face lift of some sort? (Photo)

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My face sags a lot near my nasolabial fold area. I am worried that fillers would weigh the area down even more and make the sagging worse. Is it possible for me to have a mid face lift of some sort? When I pull my skin up and back, it looks SO much better.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

At 22 years old, most surgeons will not perform a mid facelift.  However, you may benefit from a lip lift which will pull up the corners and minimize the nasal labial folds.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

John L. Burns Jr., MD · Answer

And my opinion, 22 is too young to consider cosmetic facial surgery, especially a facelift however, there are noninvasive options that help reverse and stave off early aging.  Right now we are having great success with Sofwave ultrasound skin tightening

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Unfortunately a facelift doesn’t really simulate what happens when you pull your face with your hands. And endoscopic midface lifts don’t work very well at all

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It does not appear, at least on this limited photo, that you have any sagging of skin. Surgery like face or midface lift will not address this problem. If this continue to bother you,  in-person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon is recommended. Good luck.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

You are no longer 17 years old and you should expect your face to show your stated age. Each year you will continue to show signs of facial aging. Accepting this as being normal and appropriate is your best course of action.
To stop the curse of aging is to wear daily sunscreen, avoid tobacco and alcohol consumption, stay at a healthy weight, and remain a healthy individual.
I think it’s premature to consider surgical intervention.
I think what you need is reassurance.
Best,
Matt Hagstrom, MD

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