Did your cheek fat head South for the winter?
As we enter this new year, we are confronted with the fact that not only will we turn a year old this calendar year, but that at some point, despite our best efforts we will begin to look our age. Once we hit our 30s, the normal cheek fat starts to begin its enduring descent southward, which does some unfortunate things. First off, it creates those deepened wrinkles from the nose to the mouth called nasolabial folds. In addition, it makes the lower eyelid skin and the cheek skin seem separate instead of having the smooth transition of youth, which makes us look tired. As we enjoy life into our 40s and 50s, this cheek fat descends more and the skin loses some of its elasticity. This results in jowl formation and a drooping neckline.
We don’t have to grow old gracefully; we can fight tooth and nail. Short and long term fillers such as Juvederm and Radiesse can help efface these deep nasolabial folds. In addition, we can utilize fillers to “build-up” the bone under the eyes, and yield a more refreshed appearance. Depending on the extent of the aging process, a lower lid blepharoplasty may offer a more complete and enduring correction.
In addition, an appropriate skin care regimen is essential in fighting the aging process. A skin cleanser, moisturizer, a combination of Retin-A and/or hydroquinone, along with a sunscreen is critical in creating skin with good tone, uniform color, and minimal sun damage.
Now is the time to start thinking about this process and what options that you might have in fighting it. Come in for a comprehensive facial rejuvenation evaluation, and let me help get you on the right track to a more refreshed appearance.
