How can I slim down round, balls like cheeks after Bellafill? (Photos)

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I previously had Bella fill on my cheek bone area, and sculptors under eye area, and I feel that it’s making my face looks chunky, especially when I smile. It makes me look fat and it makes me look like a have a fat cheek. I would like to tone it down and make it less round and balls like on my cheek when I smile. Any suggestion and help ?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Bellafill is a permanent filler but the stimulatory effects of Bellafill can be toned down. I would suggest anti-inflammatory mediators using an intralesional injection approach. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question. Unfortunately there is no reversal agent for Bellafill as there is with hyaluronic acid fillers.  As a result you will need to allow the product to dissipate slowly over time.  For what its worth, I think your cheeks look very good and they do not give you a chunky appearance.  Hope this helps.

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

I don't know when you were injected but the effects of Bellafill evolve over time. It takes about 3-4 months to fully appreciate the correction. If at that time there is still too much fullness, attempting to shrink the collagen response with 5FU and Steroids might help. If the filler (any filler) is placed too superficial, it can look abnormal when smiling.

Leslie Pickens, MD · Answer

You do not mention how long ago the Bellafill was injected, but if it was recent you may massage the product.  The prominent and high cheek bone effect does give you a youthful, volumized appearance that is desirable.  It would be helpful to see your before photo.  I would suggest returning to your injection to discuss your goals.  If this is your first filler experience, it may take some time to grow accustomed to your enhanced look.

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