One year ago, I had an abcess on my right jaw removed. They told me after several months, the face would naturally fill in. It has been a year and it has not. I'm 22, and not worried about a scar, but I would like to have my "normal" face shape back. There is also a small raised, white bump. I will not go back to the people after a battle for my paperwork for a job I applied for, so I want to know if its worth asking help elsewhere.
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October 13, 2015
Answer: Is there something I can have done to fix this "dent" on my jaw line, left after the removal of an abcess?
The most natural looking filler depends on how your facial structure is and what you are trying to accomplish. Hyaluronic fillers and Sculptra are the most natural looking fillers.
Hi, based upon the attached photos it's the flat cheeks anteriorly (in the front) that make your face appear elongated and a bit "less feminine". Cheek augmentation using a dermal filler (I prefer Perlane) or using cheek implants for a permanent enhancement can shape the cheeks into...
You have very minimal hollow wing of your upper lids. The bone does not need to be shaved whatsoever. You need nothing at the present time as you would be taking too much risk for such a minimal slight improvement. Wait until you are much older before having something done.
