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??
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February 8, 2015
Answer: Jowls at a young age
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Studies have proven that the cells in the dermis of the skin, the fibroblasts, actually get stretched by the filler and start producing more of your own natural collagen. Be careful, however, with filler in the tear trough area. This is the most technically difficult areas to inject.
Hi @aa0714. Thank you for sharing your photos. You would be a great candidate for hyaluronic acid dermal fillers in the tear trough and nasolabial folds/laugh lines. Restyane and Belotero work great in the tear trough and Restylne Defyne works great in the nasolabial folds. I recommend seeking...
Hi @Uffa! Bruising and swelling are both common after dermal fillers. This can take up to two weeks to subside. You can sleep elevated and apply ice. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!