What causes prominent zygomatic bones, and what should be done?

      In general, prominent zygomatic bones may be caused by heredity, emaciation, developed facial muscles, acromegaly, Cushing's syndrome, and other reasons. Treatments include autologous fat grafting, zygomatic bone repositioning surgery, bone shaving surgery, drug therapy, etc., under the guidance of a physician. It is recommended to visit a regular hospital and perform related procedures under the guidance of a doctor to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the surgery. The specific analysis is as follows:

      1. Heredity

      Prominent zygomatic bones may be influenced by heredity and often show significant familial tendency. If family members have prominent zygomatic bones, their immediate relatives may have a relatively higher risk of developing the same condition. In daily life, hairstyles and makeup can be adjusted to improve overall aesthetics. Under the guidance of a physician, autologous fat grafting can also be used for treatment. This involves extracting excess fat from other body areas, processing it, and then injecting it into the depressed areas of the zygomatic bones to achieve the desired facial contour. The general reference price for autologous fat grafting is 5,000-10,000 RMB per session. Improvement is usually noticeable within 1-2 weeks, but complications such as fat liquefaction and infection may occur.

      2. Emaciation

      Excessive thinness may lead to decreased skin elasticity, making the zygomatic bones more prominent. It is recommended to maintain a healthy lifestyle and balanced diet, avoiding excessive dieting and malnutrition. Zygomatic bone repositioning surgery can be considered under a doctor's advice. This surgical procedure involves cutting the zygomatic bone and pushing it inward and then fixing it in place to improve the appearance of prominent zygomatic bones. The general reference price for zygomatic bone repositioning surgery is 20,000-30,000 RMB per session. Noticeable improvement is usually seen within 2-3 months, but complications such as infection, bleeding, and nerve damage may occur.

      3. Developed facial muscles

      Long-term chewing of hard foods or consistently chewing on one side may lead to developed facial muscles, resulting in zygomatic protrusion. Regular facial massage can help improve blood circulation and relax tense muscles. Under a doctor's recommendation, bone shaving surgery can also be performed. This involves using specialized equipment to shave away a proper amount of bone tissue from the zygomatic area to enhance facial aesthetics. The general reference price for bone shaving surgery is 25,000-50,000 RMB per session. Noticeable improvement is usually observed within 7-10 days, but complications such as infection, bleeding, and facial asymmetry may occur.

      4. Acromegaly

      Acromegaly is mainly caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone from a pituitary growth hormone-producing adenoma. Excess growth hormone may stimulate bone growth, leading to outward protrusion of the zygomatic bones. It is often accompanied by symptoms such as broad facial features and thickening of the nose and lips. Under medical guidance, treatment may involve medications such as octreotide acetate injection, cyproheptadine hydrochloride tablets, and somatostatin injection.

      5. Cushing's syndrome

      Excessive secretion of adrenal cortical hormones may lead to Cushing's syndrome. Excess glucocorticoids may cause soft tissue proliferation around the zygomatic bones, resulting in the aforementioned symptoms. Symptoms may include central obesity and plethoric appearance. Medications such as aminoglutethimide tablets, etomidate injection, and mifepristone tablets may be used under medical advice.

      Maintaining good lifestyle habits, a balanced diet, and alternating chewing on both sides are recommended to avoid long-term unilateral chewing, which may lead to uneven facial muscle development.