Hollowness and volume loss in the face are common signs of aging, primarily resulting from a natural decline in fat, collagen, and elastin. This reduction in supportive structures can lead to a sunken or hollow appearance, especially in areas such as the cheeks, temples, and under the eyes. Treatments like dermal fillers can effectively restore lost volume and enhance the overall appearance of these hollowed areas.
Causes of Facial Hollowness and Volume Loss
Normal Aging:
As we age, our faces naturally lose fat, collagen, and elastin—key components that contribute to facial fullness and structural support.
Gravity:
Over time, the effects of gravity can pull facial tissues downward, leading to a decrease in volume, particularly in the cheeks and jawline.
Lifestyle Factors:
Elements such as sun exposure, smoking, dehydration, and sudden weight loss can expedite the aging process and contribute to volume loss.
Areas Commonly Affected by Volume Loss
Cheeks:
Hollowness in the cheeks can create a gaunt or fatigued appearance.
Temples:
Volume loss in the temples can lead to a sunken look.
Under-Eye Area:
Hollowing under the eyes can give a tired and aged appearance.
Lips:
Reduced volume in the lips can make them look thinner and less defined.
Jawline:
Volume loss in the jawline can lead to sagging and a less contoured appearance.
Treatment Options for Facial Volume Loss
The following treatments can help restore volume and rejuvenate hollow areas, including the cheeks, temples, and under-eye region. They help restore volume and smooth out wrinkles and fine lines in the face.
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Fillers:
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body that retains moisture and adds volume to the skin. HA fillers provide immediate results by plumping up areas and improving skin hydration.
Benefits: Quick results, minimal downtime, reversible effects.
Calcium Hydroxylapatite (Radiesse):
This filler consists of calcium microspheres suspended in a gel. It not only provides immediate volume but also stimulates the body’s collagen production over time.
Benefits: Long-lasting results (up to a year or more), natural-looking enhancement, suitable for loss of volume, laxity, deeper lines. and folds.
Poly-L-lactic Acid (Sculptra):
Sculptra is a biostimulator that works gradually over several months to restore lost volume by stimulating collagen production.
Benefits: Results develop subtly over a course of treatments, and can last up to two years. It is ideal for those seeking a more natural, gradual improvement.
Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF):
Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) is an advanced regenerative treatment that utilizes the body’s own natural healing properties to address various aesthetic concerns, including facial hollowness and volume loss. It is derived from a small sample of your own blood, which is processed to concentrate the platelets and growth factors, creating a fibrin matrix that can be injected into areas of concern. PRF incorporates a fibrin matrix that provides a scaffold for cell migration and tissue regeneration. This matrix allows for a slower release of growth factors, promoting longer-lasting effect.
Our advanced treatments can help restore lost volume and rejuvenate your skin, ensuring you look and feel your best. Schedule your consultation today to discuss how we can help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
