Will injectable fillers correct hollow area at submalar due to bone loss or do I need submalar implant? (Photo)

Question

My wisdom teeth caused bone loss in my right side jaw. Over time, this has caused a hollow sunken area at the back of my jaw below my cheek bone. The result is a much less attractive and youthful shape. I'm 43 yrs old. I had sculptra 3 times and love the results except for the right submalar area. Sculptra did improve it but it doesn't seem to have enough volume to correct it. Will another type of filler correct this or do I need an implant? How many cc's or syringes do you think this will require?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Fillers work great in that area and don't have the risk of permanent implants and surgery.  I usually do Radiesse or Voulma combined with Sculptra.  This gives improvement immediately and prolonged results for years.  See a cosmetic dermatologist or plastic surgeon with experience in treating the preauricular and jawline location.   Best, Dr. Emer.

Sheryl D. Clark, MD, FAAD · Answer

#Voluma can fill this area nicely.  It is ideal because it has the most lift of all of the fillers and, unlike Sculptra, can fill defined areas very specifically.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

Sculptra does work nicely in that area. I've had alot of success with Voluma in that area as well. The additional advantages of Voluma include immediate result and two year longevity. Further, unlike Sculptra, it can be reversed if that became necessary. Product in the submalar area do need to be placed in a more superficial location otherwise they essentially disappear in the fat overlying the facial skeleton. Seek an experienced Voluma injector for consultation. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

Will injectable fillers correct hollow area at submalar due to bone loss or do I need submalar implant? (Photo)

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