Hi! I’m only 20 years old but I have HUGE nasolabial folds, and it makes me very insecure. I’ve looked into getting a mid face lift but all the plastic surgeons I saw said I need to be in my 30s at least. I am willing to do fillers as a last resort, but I would really prefer it if there was a more permanent procedure I could do. Also, could this maybe be because of fat? I am not overweight but I do carry most of my fat in my face/neck unfortunately. Thank you for your help!
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January 11, 2021
Answer: Facial Slimming — Masseter Botox, Facetite/Renuvion J Plasma, Buccal Fat Pad Removal, Fillers to sculpt the Cheek/Jawline/Chin
Facial sculpting and contouring can be created with well-placed fillers (Voluma, Countour, Radiesse, Bellafill) and Sculptra, which would give improvement in facial balance. Fat or implants are alternatives. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer
You are both correct! It can be injected and the injection needs to be performed very carefully as there are a great deal of vascular connections that can lead to blindness if overly aggressive and improperly placed filler is injected into this area.
You need to be assessed at rest and with smiling to see how your muscles move. A combination of Botox and filler may help give your face more symmetry. Please consult an experienced cosmetic dermatologist to determine which treatments would help you.