I'm 37, are these perioral mounds or something else (pre-jowls)? Options? (photos)

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Are these perioral mounds or something else (pre-jowls?)? I feel the pockets around my mouth area contribute towards aging my face compared to the rest of my features. I am 37, although I have always had some degree of these mounds since my early 20's...age/gravity is making them more pronounced and while I think I am still too "young" for a facelift, I am curious if careful lipo or even fat transfer could help. I'd like to avoid traditional filler or RF treatment.

Brian K. Machida, MD, FACS · Answer

Liposuction or fat transfer will not help. There is not a measurable fat pocket present. It is too far anterior and inferior to be buccal fat which is visible in the mid cheek compartment of a deep plane dissection. It is more likely due to a muscle prominence called the modiolus, which does not have a good solution except possibly with lifting.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

FaceTite can internally tighten the skin in the lower face and neck. After all the skin has been heated and contracted, we shape the neck with liposuction to give definition and remove stubborn pockets of fat. In one quick treatment, we can tighten skin, remove fat, and contour the lower face, jawline, and jowls with only a weekend of downtime.​  Keep in mind that combination approaches will give you a more significant improvement as opposed to a single procedure. I recommend getting a consultation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist and facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. You are likely a candidate for a mini facelift to reduce the appearance of the facial mounds you’re referring to. This procedure is less invasive than a traditional facelift and can improve early signs of aging, such as slight jowl formation and mild skin laxity. The results are a tighter, smoother, and more youthful appearance that can last for approximately 5-8 years. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon who can assess your needs.

Matthew Bridges, MD, FACS · Answer

That may be buccal fat.  Excision can be done in the clinic under local anesthesia.  The incision is made in the mouth and heals very well typically.

Gurkan Kayabasoglu, MD · Answer

Hello. Do not have liposuction in that area and do not have fat injected into your face. Both will give you very bad results. Your age is young but it is not too late for a mid face lift. You may be a suitable candidate. Therefore, the surgery that will lift this area upwards is mid face lift. And this will give the best result for you. You can get more detailed information about me, ask all questions about your case and sending your photos to my assistants at the number on my profile. You can also book an online consultation and discuss your problems with me. With all respect.

I'm 37, are these perioral mounds or something else (pre-jowls)? Options? (photos)

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Answer: Buccal fat

Answer: Buccal fat

Answer: For you I recommend mid-face lift!

Answer: For you I recommend mid-face lift!

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I'm 37, are these perioral mounds or something else (pre-jowls)? Options? (photos)

Answers (6)

Answer: Buccal fat

Answer: Buccal fat

Answer: For you I recommend mid-face lift!

Answer: For you I recommend mid-face lift!

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