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3 years post-op deep plane facelift - lateral malar pleating when smiling (photo)

MiaSeasons
Hi, I had a deep plane facelift 3 years ago. I am happy with the results except for a pleating/tethering that is apparent when I smile. This is not visible at all when my face is at rest, however, it is visible on both sides when smiling. When smiling, the areas right above my cheekbones on both sides bunch up a bit, with an almost horizontal line forming along the top of cheekbones. Thank you!

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