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Filler moved from my upper cheek towards my temple. Why is this happening?

Jessica68Oct 4, 2014
I had filler injected in my upper cheek and it drastically moved upwards towards my temple area and I had other fillers move as well from this nurse who injected me. Why is this happening?

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Jody Comstock, MD

From your description and your photos, it seems that your primary concern is volume loss at the temples.  This is a common issue as we age, especially in thinner individuals, and results from gradual fat loss in the temples.  You naturally have very high, pretty cheekbones, and this...

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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

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There are many great options for cheek fillers, and permanent fillers are rarely recommended, and certainly not at your age. The face changes, weight fluctuates, and face preferences change. I'd also be reluctant to look at surgery at your age. Best to speak to your dermatologist about the best...

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