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I need help for my sunken cheeks

January 20th, 2014
Q.
Dear Dr Thorne

I am 38 years. I have sunken cheeks and a weak chin.

I have had non permanent and semi permanent fillers like Sculptra. The non permanent fillers worked well for a few months then went. The Sculptra was too imprecise.

I am looking for a filler that will last many years so I can move on and not have frequent injections.

Can you help? I have heard that Aquamid and Silicone can provide a lasting solution. Do you use these? What would be your recommendation.

Kind regards 

A.
Hello there I do not use permanent fillers such as Aquamid as there are many risks of complications. If you are happy with the non-permanant fillings, but feel they last only a few months then Radiesse is a longer lasting option. It is a calcium hydroxyapetite filler which lasts around 18 months. I would not recommend using a permanent filler because your face changes with the ageing process around the filler and the results after several years can be aesthetically displeasing. Prices start from £650 for 1.5ml of Radiesse.
Good luck
Adam
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How can I treat my aged and sunken face?

March 18th, 2013
Q.
Hi there,
I have got quite sunken cheeks and more lines on my face since loosing a lot of weight. Whilst my body look the best it ever has my face seems to have aged. I have tried a few creams and serums but they haven’t really made any difference to my face at all. I have been looking on the net at dermal fillers and things and I don’t really know very much about them or where to begin really. I just want my face to look younger, not a great change to to plump it out abit. Can you give me any advice about what creams to use and what fillers you think would help with my face?
A.
Hello there,
Although there are good creams to improve the tone and texture of the skin surface they will not replace lost volume or plump the skin. This is where hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers come in. They can not only subtly restore lost volume but can be used to provide a more widespread plumping and re-hydation of ageing skin. My personal preference is to use either Restylane or Emervel but there are other HA fillers. There are a number of ways in which HA fillers can be used to achieve this; you would have to discuss this with a reputable Cosmetic Doctor.
Best Wishes,
Dr Peter Forrester
Cosmetic Doctor
Esher, Surrey
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