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April 1, 2026
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The sunken cheeks appearance may appeal to many.
After all, from the catwalks to the silver screen, we are often presented with faces with such attributes, and we can't help but wish for the same.
Yet, some who have them wish they didn't. Sunken cheeks can add years to a person's appearance.
Sunken cheeks set in between the bony curve of your cheek under the eye and the lower jawbone.
They give off a hollow appearance due to the lack of tissue in that area.
On the one hand, it creates a defined appearance, highlighting the cheekbones, for example, but in reality, it is also a sign of ageing.
Cause of Sunken Cheeks
As we age, the production of collagen, the protein responsible for a youthful appearance, slows down.
When this happens, our skin loses its elasticity and begins to sag.
As for the face, this could result in hollowed cheeks, where the skin appears to recede.
Aside from ageing, there are other possible causes, most of which can be avoided.
- Smoking is a bad habit that should be reduced or avoided. It harms the skin by depriving it of the nutrients needed to maintain its health. Over time, the harm becomes visible, such as sunken cheeks and dull-looking skin.
- Environmental factors like harsh weather and pollution have the same effect on the skin.
- Illness can also cause sunken cheeks. Certain conditions and illnesses can cause rapid weight loss, which not only compromises our appearance but, more critically, our health.
- Anorexia is an example, and people who suffer from it need to seek help immediately to prevent further deterioration and avoid other complications.
- Back to the most common cause – ageing. It may be inevitable, but if a person practises a healthy lifestyle and diet, they can age gracefully and beautifully.
There are treatments for those who are self-conscious or concerned about sunken cheeks.
These treatments focus on plumping the cheeks, and finding the one that suits your needs depends on your budget and goals, among other things.
Dermal Fillers To Revolumise Sunken Cheeks
Dermal Fillers are non-surgical cosmetic injectables used to fill hollows, treat sunken cheeks, and add volume to the ageing face.
Being non-surgical, quick and simple, they are much preferred by many.
The only downside is that their effects are temporary, lasting between NINE and TWELVE months.
A patient may need repeated treatments to maintain their appearance, which can be costly.
Facial Fat Grafting Restores Lost Volume In Your Cheeks Longer
For those seeking a more lasting solution, facial fat grafting, such as ADR-C Facial Fat Grafting, is an option.
It is a minimally invasive facial enhancement and rejuvenation procedure in which the doctor extracts a minuscule amount of fat from another area of the patient's body, cleanses and processes it, and then reinjects it into the patient's face, as needed.
This treatment adds volume to ageing areas of the face and effectively rejuvenates the overlying skin.
Fat grafting results may be enhanced by adding complementary procedures, such as Pico Fractional Laser, Ultherapy®, or Anti-wrinkle Injection (BoNTA), to promote good skin health and a younger, rejuvenated appearance.
It is worth considering this procedure if you already have liposuction, so rather than disposing of the extracted fat, it can be repurposed for facial enhancement if you like.
Why Full Cheeks Make You Look Younger
The apparent testimony is in the appearance.
As we age, our face shape changes from an inverted triangle or heart shape to a more square shape.
A hollow or sunken cheek creates an aged, tired and even sickly appearance.
Our idea of beauty is arguably a collective impression, as we are creatures of influence and, as such, easily influenced.
Objectively, we may have the same goal: to look good and/or more youthful.
The field of aesthetic science has enabled us to turn back the clock to some extent.
Nonetheless, always opt for the appropriate treatment because, despite our shared perception of beauty, we are still unique in our own ways.
