My cheeks are sagging. Is there a way to reduce my fat cheeks? Maybe coolsculpting? (Photo)

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ive been very self-conscious about my chubby cheeks for a long time, and now that im older, they are starting to sag. Its mainly the lower front area which i hate. Im 29 years old, 5'4 and weigh 8 stone 10 lb so not really overweight. I went to a plastic surgeon and he basically dissmissed me and said id be thankful when im older. Not the answer i was really looking for. Ideally i want to avoid surgery, so maybe coolsculpting? Any advice on proceedures would be most appreciated. Thanks

Janet Allenby, DO · Answer

Hello,  Thank you for your question and picture. Unfortunately Coolsculpting does not work on the cheeks. However you may consider some fillers in the lateral face/scalp. This can help lift the face, which would address the "heavy"  or "saggy"  feeling that you are concerned about. Good luck!

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Coolsculpting is a non invasive fat reduction treatment ideal for treating small pockets of of stubborn fat in targeted areas. Unfortunately, coolsculpting is not approved for treating the cheek area and therefore cannot be performed. The best option for you may be injectable dermal fillers. Please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Regards,

Philip Solomon, MD, FRCS · Answer

To address "chubby cheeks" a surgical procedure called Buccal Fat excision could be effective, however a consultation in person with a Plastic Surgeon, or a Facial Plastic Surgeon would best determine if you're a candidate.  Dermal filler can be a temporary solution to address sagging jowls.  Coolsculpting is not indicated for treatment on cheeks.  Beneath the chin would be the only treatment area from the neck up that coolsculpting could address if needed.Best of luck,Dr. Philip Solomon, Solomon Facial Plastic, Toronto, Canada

Jeffrey M. Hartog, DMD, MD · Answer

CoolSculpting is not approved for the cheeks or face.  You may want to look into dermal fillers to help "lift" or fill out the area.  It would be best to see another board certified plastic surgeon to determine what is right for you.

Scott Gerrish, DO · Answer

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CoolSculpting has a number of FDA clearances for treating areas of the neck and body in addition to a few other areas that may be safely treated as an off-label indication. Unfortunately CoolSculpting is not appropriate for treating the cheek area. You may want to research Ultherapy. The deeper Ultherapy transducers can deliver the focused ultrasound technology into the fat layer and offer a reduction. 
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