For reference, I am 30 years old and I used to use the tanning beds a lot when I was in my 20s. What are these lines on the tops sides of my cheeks when I smile and how do I get rid of these lines? Would a facelift get rid of these lines and am I a candidate for a facelift? I have attached photos.
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Thank you for your question and for sharing your photograph. My impression is that the concern you are describing is more related to the natural differences between the right and left sides of your face, rather than true laxity on one side. Facial asymmetry is a universal characteristic present...
You can get a very nice result with endoscopic mid face lift, upper eyelid surgery and probably a double chin liposuction with Vaser. You can also consider some fat grafting for upper lips.
Thank you for the great question. First of all, it has to be understood that there are many variables involved which I will enumerate and the fact that a deep plane facelift will not stop the aging clock (which moves faster for some). The variables include: 1) Individual Surgeon: look for at...