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Looking for advice on facial restoration after tissue damage. What would be the best options for me? (Photos)

Looking for some professional opinions as Im still confused what the best approach for me is. Long story short, had botched dermal filler in early 2024 that caused an extreme reaction and months of agressive dissolving. Left with laxity, volume loss, complete elasticity loss after skin painfully stretched for months. I have waited a year for things to bounce back and ready to feel comfortable in my skin again. I have had many many consultations without any consensus. Surgeons biased by my age recommended only fat grafting. Oh my opinion this would only address half the problem - assuming it doesnt dissolve. Others suggest full deep plane or midface lift - there is at least consensus Ive had most damage in the middle region. Im very much not a fan of lasers or unreliable non-surgical treatments, but of course nervous about the invasive ness of a deep plane facelift in my 30s. Im aware Im a complex case, but want to approach this rationally and not waste time or money. Ive accepted surgery is intense, but would prefer to be happy now and not wait until Im even worse. Ill likely need to continue consultations, but would appreciate the additional insights. Thank you for any help - Ive attached a before, during, dissolving, and current photo (all within a 1.5 year time frame). There is no change in weigh during these photos and no underlying health conditions.

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