Hello, I am hoping to get a facelift, but will have to wait another year or so. In the interim is there anything I can do to remove or lessen the fat pockets on the side/below my mouth?
July 4, 2023
Answer: Options before a facelift There are several options to lessen fat pockets near the corner of the mouth prior to a facelift. Fillers help restoring volume, improve wrinkles and depressions. Fillers may be placed directly in the depression to soften and camouflage the areas of concern. Cheek fillers or jawline fillers can help the with some "lifting". Nonsurgical skin tightening devices like Sofwave help stimulate collagen gradually and help with wrinkles and lifting.
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July 4, 2023
Answer: Options before a facelift There are several options to lessen fat pockets near the corner of the mouth prior to a facelift. Fillers help restoring volume, improve wrinkles and depressions. Fillers may be placed directly in the depression to soften and camouflage the areas of concern. Cheek fillers or jawline fillers can help the with some "lifting". Nonsurgical skin tightening devices like Sofwave help stimulate collagen gradually and help with wrinkles and lifting.
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July 3, 2023
Answer: Good question. An examination in person would be required to properly evaluate you and determine how to best help, but the reason the “fat pads” are troublesome for you is that they create a shadow. The depression below the fat pads may be able to be treated with injectable fillers to reduce the optical effect of the shadow and create a more aesthetic and youthful lower face. Please consult with an experienced board certified plastic surgeon or cosmetic dermatologist skilled and experienced in the use of injectables. Best of luck to you.
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July 3, 2023
Answer: Good question. An examination in person would be required to properly evaluate you and determine how to best help, but the reason the “fat pads” are troublesome for you is that they create a shadow. The depression below the fat pads may be able to be treated with injectable fillers to reduce the optical effect of the shadow and create a more aesthetic and youthful lower face. Please consult with an experienced board certified plastic surgeon or cosmetic dermatologist skilled and experienced in the use of injectables. Best of luck to you.
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