Would facial fat transfer benefit me? What exact procedures would you recommend for facial contouring? (Photo)
Actual Real Self Patient Comment: Hi everyone, I am 22 years old, female, and asian. I am considering a facial fat transfer to my midface/cheekbone area. I feel that my face has a lot of fat and a lack of definition between the lower face and cheekbones, including when I smile. I do not want to increase the width of my face, but increase projection because I notice in my side profile that my cheek extends past my eyes (which naturally protrude more out). Please help me figure out whether this procedure is right for me.
Dr. Persky’s Reply: I would not recommend facial fat transfer in your young face. There is too much risk of asymmetry and possible fat hypertrophy as you get older and gain weight. Instead I would treat you with strategically placed Sculptra which is much more predictable than fat. You may have botox injections into your masseter muscles to help narrow the lower third of your face. Choose your treating physician most carefully. Good luck and be well.
