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How to Make Your Face Less Flat? 6 Surgical and Non-surgical Options
Having a flat face can be a challenge for many people. Fortunately, many surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments can help you achieve the facial shape you desire, from providing a subtle enhancement to a dramatic transformation.
What Does it Mean to Have a Flat Face?
A flat face can be defined as a face with little to no definition or with no prominent curves or angles. A flat face can be due to genetics or age, and the lack of definition can result in a face that appears dull and uncharacteristic. It could mean the forehead, cheeks, and chin are all of the same height. This can give the impression of having a shorter face and can make it challenging to achieve a more sculpted look. Many treatments can help to give your flat face more dimension and contouring, including fillers, Botox and other injectables, and surgical procedures.
What Causes a Flat Side Profile?
A flat face can be attributed to aging, genetics, or lifestyle habits. Aging can cause a lack of definition in the face due to decreased collagen and elastin production. Collagen and elastin are two key proteins our body produces that are responsible for giving the skin its structure and definition. As we age, the production of these proteins decreases and can result in sunken cheeks and sagging skin, making the face appear flat. While there is no way to reverse the natural decrease in production, there are treatments that can stimulate collagen and elastin production and reduce the appearance of a flat face.
Genetics can also play a role, as genes in our DNA are responsible for bone structure and facial characteristics, leaving some people with a sunken cheekbone for a flat-looking face. Lifestyle habits like smoking or excessive sun exposure can also contribute to a flat face as they can cause the skin to lose elasticity.
Surgical Options for Flat Face Reshaping
Surgical options are available to reshape the face for a dramatic change. Facial contouring surgeries are designed to contour and create a more aesthetically pleasing look. These procedures typically involve reshaping the underlying facial structure with implants or removing excess fat, skin, or bone. These surgeries can create more pronounced cheekbones and a stronger chin, which can help to give a more defined and contoured look to a flat face. Some surgical options include:
- Facelift: A facelift tightens and lifts the skin around the face and neck to provide a more youthful and sculpted look. It can help to reduce wrinkles and sagging skin, while giving the face more definition. This surgery can provide a dramatic transformation and is ideal for achieving a more balanced and contoured facial shape. Different types of facelifts, like mini facelifts or deep plane facelifts, can meet your unique needs.
- Cheek and chin augmentation: Chin augmentation is a procedure that reshapes the chin by using a synthetic implant to create a more prominent chin. This can help to define the face, add symmetry, and create a more balanced facial shape. Cheek augmentation is similar but is used to create more volume and definition in the cheeks.
- Facial fat grafting: Facial fat grafting is another option for those looking to add definition and contour to their face. This procedure involves taking fat from one part of the body and injecting it into areas of the face to create more volume and definition.
Non-surgical Options for Flat Face Reshaping
There are also non-surgical options for those who want to contour their face without anesthesia and significant downtime. Many patients can return to normal activities immediately after a treatment session with minimal signs of a cosmetic procedure. Non-surgical treatments for a flat face can include:
- Dermal fillers: Fillers are injected into areas of the face lacking volume, like the cheeks and chin. They provide immediate and long-lasting results and can help to create a more chiseled and defined look to a flat face. Many dermal fillers, like Juvederm®, are made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance found in the body that helps to hydrate and plump the skin.
- Liquid facelift: A liquid facelift is a non-surgical procedure that combines dermal fillers and neuromodulators like Botox® to contour and define the face. This procedure can help to create a more balanced shape, reducing any flatness.
- PDO thread lift: A PDO thread lift is a minimally invasive procedure that uses medical-grade absorbable threads to lift and contour the face. The threads are inserted under the skin, which helps to lift sagging skin and add definition to the face.
Get a Better Side Profile in New York
Philip Miller, MD, FACS, is a renowned double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in New York with a long career helping patients achieve unparalleled cosmetic results. Dr. Miller provides comprehensive consultations with customized treatment plans to help patients add shape, volume, and definition to their faces with surgical and non-surgical procedures. Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn more about how to get a better side profile.
Dermal Fillers in New York
Dermal fillers are injectable treatments that restore facial volume and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and other signs of aging in the skin. Injectable dermal fillers are less invasive than cosmetic surgery and can provide natural-looking results with less risk and downtime. Dermal fillers are made from substances such as hyaluronic acid and are injected into the skin to help fill in lines, plump up areas, and provide a more youthful look.
Dermal Fillers Offered
There are many types of dermal fillers available, each with unique formulations designed to achieve a different result. Dr. Philip Miller offers several fillers in NYC, including:
- Restylane® line: Restylane dermal fillers are made with hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body. The formulation works deep in the dermis to stimulate collagen production and smooth the skin for restored support and natural results.
- Juvedérm® line: One of the most popular types of dermal fillers is Juvéderm, which is made from hyaluronic acid. Juvéderm fillers can help fill in deep lines and wrinkles. They can also be used to add fullness to areas that have lost volume, such as the cheeks or lips.
- RHA® Fillers: RHA dermal fillers are specifically designed to move with the individual’s facial expressions to provide a natural-looking result that looks flawless in motion and at rest. RHA fillers are made from a particular type of hyaluronic acid that is highly resilient and has been developed to mimic the way the skin moves as the individual ages. This allows for a more natural-looking result that is long-lasting.
- Radiesse: This collagen stimulator is made from calcium-based microspheres and is injected into the skin to help add volume and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Radiesse stimulates natural collagen production, which helps improve skin quality and texture. Radiesse can enhance facial features, such as the cheeks or jawline.
Dermal Fillers Before and After
How Do Dermal Fillers Compare to Botox?
Dermal fillers and Botox are both popular injectable treatments used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. While they both work to help improve the skin’s appearance, there are some key differences between the two treatments. Botox works by temporarily relaxing facial muscles to reduce the appearance of expression lines that form during repetitive facial movements like smiling and frowning. Dermal fillers are placed into the dermal tissue to add volume and smooth away static lines and wrinkles.
Are Dermal Fillers Permanent?
Dermal fillers are not permanent – results typically last 6-12 months. The longevity of the results depends on the type of filler used, the treatment location, and how quickly your body metabolizes the hyaluronic acid. The effects of dermal fillers can be maintained with regular treatments and touch-ups, making them an excellent option for individuals looking to maintain a youthful appearance without surgery.
How Do I Know Which Dermal Filler is Right for Me?
When deciding on the best dermal filler for you, it is essential to talk to a board-certified facial plastic surgeon. Your doctor can evaluate your needs and recommend the best type of filler for your skin type and desired results.
How Long Will My Dermal Filler Procedure Take?
Dermal filler treatments typically take just a few minutes to complete, depending on the type of filler used and the area being treated.
Are Dermal Fillers Painful?
Dermal fillers are considered a minimally-invasive procedure that is quite tolerable. A topical numbing cream may be used before the injections to ensure a comfortable treatment session.
How Many Dermal Filler Treatments Will I Need for Maximum Results?
Most patients will see full results after a single treatment session. In some cases, doctors may recommend a “top-off” session a couple of weeks after the first if more volume is desired.
Can Dermal Fillers Be Dissolved If I Don’t Like the Results?
Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, such as Juvederm, can be dissolved if you don’t like your results. Hyaluronic acid can be broken down by an enzyme called hyaluronidase, which is also administered by injection. Other fillers, such as Radiesse, are made of calcium-based particles that cannot be dissolved.
Can I Receive Dermal Filler Injections and Botox Injections at the Same Time?
Many patients choose to combine dermal fillers and Botox to achieve optimal results. A popular treatment known as a liquid facelift combines the two treatments to fill in wrinkles and fine lines while also preventing new wrinkles from forming.
Are There Any Side Effects to Dermal Filler Injections?
The side effects of dermal fillers are typically mild and temporary but can include the following:
- Swelling
- Redness
- Tenderness
Learn more about dermal fillers here.
Dermal Filler Treatments in NYC
Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS, is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon who specializes in procedures to rejuvenate the face and neck. In addition to dermal fillers, he offers a wide range of non-surgical and surgical treatments that can be customized to the unique needs and goals of each patient.
Dr. Miller uses his proprietary NatraLook process to help his patients achieve Aesthetic Confidence. This consultation process ensures a safe, unintimidating collaboration between you and Dr. Miller to ensure you have a unified vision of what your results will look like after treatment.
Are you ready to say goodbye to wrinkles and restore your youthful appearance? Contact us today in New York City or New Orleans to schedule your consultation.
Neck lines removal in New York
Lines around the neck are one of the most telling signs of aging and over time, wrinkles and bands become more prominent and can make you look older than you are.
Whether your concern is horizontal neck bands, vertical neck cords, loose skin, or pockets of fat, double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS, can address these issues with the latest advancements in surgical and non-surgical procedures.
Neck lines removal options in New York
Depending on the severity of neck lines, there are both surgical and non-surgical treatments to improve the quality of the skin around your neck and create a smoother and more slender neck contour.
At his Manhattan, New York, and New Orleans, Louisiana clinics, Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS, offers customized solutions that produce the beautiful and natural-looking results you desire. His proprietary NatraLook process is a positive collaborative process that allows patients and Dr. Miller to create a unified vision for achieving their desired results.
How does Dr. Miller help you to get rid of neck lines?
Non-surgical procedures are great options for patients seeking quick neck line removal treatments that deliver excellent results with minimal downtime.
- Botox® – Dr. Miller injects Botox® Cosmetic into the platysma muscle, the main muscle in the neck that causes wrinkles and cords. As the muscle relaxes,the neck achieves a smoother appearance.
- Dermal fillers – Wrinkles in the neck can also be filled with dermal fillers. Made from hyaluronic acid, a substance naturally found in the body, gel-like fillers like Juvéderm® soften wrinkles and horizontal neck bands by restoring volume and plumping up the skin. Dermal fillers for neck lines work best when combined with Botox injections.
- Laser Resurfacing – This procedure uses concentrated beams of light to remove the outer layer of damaged skin and stimulate the production of new collagen fibers, resulting in skin that is smoother and firmer.
To treat more severe neck lines and produce more dramatic results, Dr. Miller can perform the following:
- Neck-Tite™ – This device uses radiofrequency-assisted lipolysis (RFAL) technology to address signs of aging in the neck and jowls. It combines radiofrequency energy with aspiration to eliminate excess fat and tighten and contour the neck area. The result is a slimmer, tighter, and more youthful-looking neck.
- Neck lift – Also referred to as cervicoplasty (removes excess skin) or platysmaplasty (tightens loose neck muscles), this surgery addresses more severe aging symptoms. Dr. Miller performs one or both procedures to remove excess skin and fat and reposition remaining tissue to produce a natural, beautiful result.
Neck bands removal Before & After Photos
Neck bands FAQ
What causes bands on the neck?
In addition to the natural aging process that leads to loss of collagen and elastin in the skin, other causes of bands on the neck include:
- Genetics
- Weight loss
- Sun damage
- Teeth clenching and grinding
What causes neck cording?
The most common causes of neck cording include:
- Aging (the skin’s loss of collagen and elastin causes the skin to weaken and sag)
- Genetics
- Weight loss
- Clenching teeth
- Improper skincare routine
What are the neck bands called?
Neck bands are also called platysma bands or neck wrinkles.
Does Botox work on neck bands?
When injected into the vertical neck bands, Botox relaxes the platysma muscle, resulting in a smoother and younger-looking neck.
How much does neck cords and bands removal cost in New York?
The cost will depend on the type of procedure performed. Non-surgical procedures like injectables and lasers cost significantly less than surgical procedures like a neck lift. Prices will depend on how many units of an injectable are used, the type of laser used, or the severity of platysmal bands to be treated.
Factors that affect the cost of a neck lift are anesthesia fees, surgeon’s fees, hospital costs, etc. You can determine the total cost of your procedure or the combination of procedures during your consultation with Dr. Miller.
Is there a way to prevent neck bands?
While you can’t stop the aging process, there are steps you can take to prevent collagen loss and preserve the skin’s elasticity. Ways to take care of the skin on the neck include:
- Be wise about sun exposure – Wear sunscreen daily, including on the neck and chest, and never use tanning beds.
- Avoid neck strain – The forward bend of the neck when you look at your device creates folds in the skin. As you age, loss of skin elasticity may prevent neck skin from bouncing back.
- Extend skin care to your neck – The same skincare routine you use on your face should extend to the neck too. Moisturize the neck daily as wrinkles are less visible on hydrated skin
Neck Band Removal in New York City
Neck bands may develop, but the good news is there are treatment options to reduce them and maintain a more youthful look. To discover the best neck band treatment for you, contact our office today to schedule your consultation.