I'm 25 and I've always had chubby cheeks. I'm a little hesitant to go under the knife and wanted to know if there are any other alternatives to help slim my face. Based on my picture, would A combination of PDO threads (jaw/cheek/jowl?) and masseter Botox help to slim my face.Or would I need buccal fat removal? Thanks
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Answer: Volumizing Filler To The Upper Cheeks & Posterior Angle Of The Jaw Can Help To Taper & "Slim" The Face
PDO brow threads stimulate collagen as they dissolve. Therefore, they will not cause premature sagging. Instead they offer a lifting effect short term and over time.
A variety of options can be used to address the problem you are experiencing including PDO threads. . Also check out CoolSculpting to reduce fat if there are. In order to tighten and firm your skin, I would suggest combining Secret RF with Fraxel. Botox and fillers are also wonderful options...
Thank you for your question and photo. A non- surgical lip lift with threads will not hold or create a desirable lift. You are a good candidate for a "bullhorn" lip lift procedure. This is done under local anesthesia with a nerve block and the scar is hidden within the nostrils and laterally in...