Condition Overview
Flattened cheeks can have a significant impact on facial aesthetics, as the cheeks play a crucial role in defining the overall facial structure and symmetry. When you age there is a decrease in fat pads in the face and the bone supporting the skin shrinks away. This can cause flattened cheeks, and more prominent smile or laugh lines. Restoring volume and contour to the cheeks through cosmetic procedures such as dermal fillers or surgical interventions can help enhance facial aesthetics, rejuvenate the face, and contribute to a more balanced and youthful appearance.
Flattened Cheeks & Smile Lines FAQs
Various treatments, including dermal fillers, radiofrequency microneedling, and skin peels, can be used to address midface concerns such as flattened cheeks and lines around the mouth associated with smiling and laughing.
Dermal fillers, often containing hyaluronic acid, can add volume to flattened cheeks, restoring a more youthful contour. They can also fill in smile lines by plumping up the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
Non-surgical midface treatments may have minimal side effects such as temporary swelling or bruising. Downtime is generally minimal, allowing individuals to resume their normal activities shortly after the procedure.
The duration of results varies depending on the type of treatment. Dermal fillers may last several months. Regular maintenance sessions may be recommended for sustained benefits.