I had non dissolvable filler in my cheeks about 2 years ago and now have what I think is Festoons right above my cheeks. It feels squishy and sometimes not as bad as other days. I also have allergies which I have to take Claritin D daily. I had under eye surgery about 3 months ago and have had a fractorl laser done last June. What else can I do?
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March 5, 2020
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Tanya T. Khan, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
The answer to your question would be found in a preinjection picture of you smiling. I suspect that the visible nasolabial fold filler is exaggerating a preexisting hollow in the left cheek. The answer if so would be to dissolve the filler
With the introduction of robust, hyaluronic acid-based volumizing fillers a few years ago, I curtailed my usage of Radiesse significantly and completely stopped injecting Sculptra. Radiesse, which is a calcium-based filler back then offered the advantage of benefits lasting about two years in...
Your case is somewhat unique and would need an in-person assessment to properly diagnose and recommend a treatment plan. While the area you are referring to is indeed dynamic, there are formulations of dermal fillers today that are specifically designed to move with your face. However, a careful...