Sunken Cheeks: Long-lasting Dermal Fillers Available?

When it comes to long-lasting fillers for the cheek area we have found Sculptura and Voluma to be our products of choice. Sculptura works by stimulation of a new collagen formation and it can last longer than even two years. Voluma is a hyaluronic acid filler, the longest lasting one and particularly good for deep fillings such as cheek bone and jawline which lasts between 18 to 24 months.

Dear HongKong,Sculptra is a great long lasting filler that works very well in the cheek area Results can last 2 years with SculptraAs far as filling the cheeks to lift the nasolabial folds, that just depends on your exam, you do get some lift, but you also do not want to look too puffyBest regards,

Dr. Nima

Member, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Board Certified in Head and Neck Surgery

 

Hi there!
There are a number of approaches available, I will list them from least to most involved/expensive. Voluma is a hyaluronic acid filler that lasts about two years. It is relatively inexpensive, and only takes a couple visits to achieve a good result. Cost is between $2-3 K depending on the patient. It has the advantage of being reversible with an injection if you don't like the result. Sculptra achieves a longer lasting result, causing deposition of collagen in response to the product. This product is difficult to reverse. The final and most expensive option is fat grafting.  If successful, the result is permanent. There is downtime due to swelling/bruising that lasts a couple weeks, and if your weight fluctuates, the fat will shrink/swell in response. I hope this helps!
Matthew. C. Camp M.D
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon