Slight jowls at 16? (Photo)

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I'm only 16, but there's always been one thing that bothers me about my face; the droopyness of my cheeks around my mouth. It makes me look slightly bulldog-ish, it's horrible. What could be done about this??

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

this is normal for your age and you will grow into your face, however, often people have a weak chin or jawline that can be contoured to help the apperance of the areas you are concerned about.  Fillers can help too, but I am not sure this is best for you.  You need an in person consultation,but will need to bring your parents since you are under 18. Best, Dr. Emer.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

First of all, you do not have jowls.  In reviewing your pictures, it appears you have shadows in the region between your lower lip and chin.  You have a slight depression on either side of the chin.  This depression will cause a shadow.  This can be appearant in patients with a sligthly weak chin.  I would need to see a side profile picture to fully assess your chin.These shadows can be improved with fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane or a chin implant if you have a weak chin.I hope this helps.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Three issues. 1. your age. 2. Need for parental consent. 3. Not a very noted defect. Best to seek only in person opinions.

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