Would fillers help me achieve a more sculpted look / get rid of my "baby face"? (photos)

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I’ve looked into a number of procedures. I’ve always had a very round “baby face” and it makes me look sad. I’m trying to achieve a more “sculpted” look, especially around the jaw and cheeks. I’m not thrilled by the prospect of surgery but have looked into buccal fat removal for my chubby cheeks. I’m wondering if fillers or Botox could be a better option? I’m also not fond of the prominence of my lip line (I’m talking about the line that defines my lip shape) and if filler can reduce it.

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @AffectionateWave. Thank you for sharing your photos. Dermal fillers are a great option for restoring volume and sculpting facial features.

Best of luck,

Dr. Nima

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. Dermal fillers are an excellent solution for adding volume and sculpting facial features, but they wouldn’t reduce the “baby face” appearance you’re referring to. Botox may be a better option, as it can slenderize the jawline to provide a slimming effect to the lower third portion of the face.
I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced expert injector. They will be able to review your aesthetic goals to help you decide on the best treatment option.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

You would benefit from conservative jawline and cheek fillers in order to sculpt the mid and lower face. These would not be used for volume, but rather to help delineate contour.

Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

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

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

From your photos it appears you would have the best result from a combination of fillers and Botox.  Botox can be used to soften lines and wrinkles on the forehead, give a conservative brow lift, and slim the jawline.  Fillers can be used to help define facial features and soften deeper folds.  See an expert injector near you to learn more.

Would fillers help me achieve a more sculpted look / get rid of my "baby face"? (photos)

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Answer: Facial Contouring with Fillers (Juvederm Voluma, Vollure, Volbella, Radiesse, Bellafil), Sculptra, Fat Grafting, Implants

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Would fillers help me achieve a more sculpted look / get rid of my "baby face"? (photos)

Answers (6)

Answer: Facial Contouring with Fillers (Juvederm Voluma, Vollure, Volbella, Radiesse, Bellafil), Sculptra, Fat Grafting, Implants

Answer: Facial Contouring with Fillers (Juvederm Voluma, Vollure, Volbella, Radiesse, Bellafil), Sculptra, Fat Grafting, Implants

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