Reduce Malar Fat Pads, or Have Cheek Augmentation? (photo)

Question

I really dislike the lower-mid portion of my face, which seems to be getting worse (sagging) as I age. I'm now in my mid-30's. What I dislike is that it protrudes more than my cheekbone area, and this isn't attractive and I think also makes me look older and tired. Are there any opinions from this photo about how to reduce the fullness in this area (malar fat area I think?) Would removal of the fat be better, or would fillers or augmentation on the cheekbones be better?

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

You would be better off with cheek implants.  You will need the fat in theid cheek as you age. Though fillers can be used they will be vastly more expensive over years.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

According to the picture there is an indentation in the malar area that requires augmentation with small cheek implants.  If after the procedure the patient desires, the implants can be removed.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

Given the relative flatness of your cheek bones, you would be better served by having cheek implants. They may not get rid of your malar bags completely, but the volume addition on the bone underneath will definitely help.

Reduce Malar Fat Pads, or Have Cheek Augmentation? (photo)

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