Restoring Facial Volume from Weight Loss
Losing weight can be an empowering and life-changing journey, but it often comes with unexpected changes to your appearance. Many individuals notice that along with losing excess body weight, they lose volume in their face, leading to a more aged or hollow appearance. At Grace + Grey MedSpa and Shaddix Plastic Surgery, we offer several effective solutions to restore your appearance and balance your facial features.
The Impact on the Skin from Weight Loss Medication
Dramatic weight loss from weight loss drugs like Ozempic can lead to volume loss in the face. While losing weight quickly has numerous health benefits, the loss of facial fat can result in an aged appearance. This can cause loose skin leading to wrinkles and sagging that were not previously noticeable.
Ozempic Face
“Ozempic Face” is a term used to describe the facial changes that occur due to sudden weight loss from medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. As the skin’s volume diminishes, the face may appear hollow, with pronounced folds around the mouth and jowling along the jawline. This effect can cause facial aging, prompting individuals to seek cosmetic treatments to restore their facial contours.
Solutions to Restore Facial Volume
There are both surgical and non-surgical options available to help patients regain their youthful appearance after rapid weight loss.
Facelift
A facelift is a surgical procedure that lifts and repositions sagging skin while tightening the underlying facial structures. Dr. Shaddix restores definition to the jawline and reduces deep folds. A facelift provides long-lasting rejuvenation for those experiencing a loss of facial volume.
Neck Lift
Weight loss can also impact the neck, causing excess skin and loss of definition. A neck lift addresses sagging skin and tightens the underlying muscles, creating a more contoured appearance that complements facial rejuvenation procedures.
Blepharoplasty
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a surgical solution for individuals experiencing hollowing around the eyes due to weight loss. This procedure removes excess skin and fat from the upper or lower eyelids, reducing puffiness and restoring your appearance.
Fat Injections
Autologous fat grafting, or fat transfer, is a natural way to restore volume lost by using your own fat from other areas of the body that have excess fat. Dr. Shaddix will take the fat and inject it into the cheeks, temples, and under the eyes to restore your facial appearance and fullness for years.
Botox at Grace + Grey MedSpa
For those seeking a non-surgical approach, Botox at Grace + Grey MedSpa can be an effective solution to soften wrinkles and refine facial contours. Expert injector Liz, who has been recognized in the Best Aesthetic Injectors in America directory, provides precise, customized Botox treatments to smooth fine lines and enhance facial harmony. Botox can also be used in conjunction with hyaluronic acid dermal fillers for a comprehensive, non-invasive rejuvenation plan.
The Benefits of Treating “Ozempic Face”
Addressing volume loss from weight loss offers both aesthetic and emotional benefits. Restoring lost volume rejuvenates the face, making it appear more youthful. It improves skin elasticity, smoothing out wrinkles while enhancing confidence. Both surgical and non-surgical options provide long-lasting, natural-looking results.
Who is a Candidate?
Candidates for facial volume restoration include individuals who have experienced significant weight loss, whether from medication or lifestyle changes. Those noticing increased sagging, hollowing, or wrinkles due to facial fat loss are ideal candidates. Good overall health and realistic expectations are important factors. Whether seeking a surgical or non-surgical approach, there are effective solutions available.
Schedule a Consultation
If you are concerned about volume loss after weight loss and want to explore your options, scheduling a consultation is the first step. Contact Shaddix Plastic Surgery through the online contact form to schedule a consultation today.
