The Top 2 Procedures For Lifting Droopy Cheeks

The main cause of droopy cheeks is aging. While not all people will experience this as they age, it can be exceedingly frustrating for those that do. Fat and skin can descend to throw off facial proportions and cause fullness in the wrong places. Not only can this make a patient look aged, but it weighs down the face. There are treatment options. Here are the top 2 procedures for lifting droopy cheeks.

#1: Midface/Cheek Lift

The cheek equivalent of a facelift, this procedure lifts the descended structures back to their natural positions. It also removes any extra skin which may be contributing to a heavier facial appearance. Out of the various anti-aging facial surgeries, a midface lift is performed on the broadest age range. Additionally, it is also frequently performed with a facelift.

#2: Dermal Fillers

While there are several non-surgical options that can help lift the cheeks, dermal fillers are among one of the most effective and reliable options. In cases where there is little extra skin or the fat has not descended significantly, cheek fillers can help balance out the look of the face. Augmenting the appearance of the cheekbones can promote a balanced and younger looking facial appearance.

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Sagging cheeks are now treated with deep-plane facelifts or midface lifts, offering long-lasting rejuvenation. These techniques reposition underlying tissue for natural volume restoration and smoother contours. Many patients also combine surgical lifts with fat transfer or injectables for enhanced outcomes. Advancements in anesthesia and suturing have shortened recovery times significantly.

FAQs

What is the difference between a deep-plane and midface lift?

A deep-plane facelift lifts skin and deeper tissues together, while a midface lift specifically repositions fat pads under the eyes.

How long do results typically last?

Surgical cheek lifts often last 10–15 years, depending on skin quality and lifestyle.

Dr. Craig Jonov

About Dr. Jonov

Dr. Jonov is a board-certified cosmetic surgeon (American Board of Cosmetic Surgery) offering advanced surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures to patients throughout Lynnwood and the surrounding Seattle area. He completed medical school at the Medical College of Pennsylvania and a General Surgery residency at Allegheny General Hospital, followed by fellowships in Facial Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery and in General Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery. Selected by Bioform Medical to train physicians in injection techniques across the western U.S., Dr. Jonov has over a decade of BOTOX® and filler experience and is viewed as an expert in facial rejuvenation.

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