How to slim down the face
Disease description:
I ate many nutritious foods during my postpartum confinement period, and as a result, my face became especially round. I’d like to slim down my face—what can I do to achieve that?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Fengyong
Achieving a slimmer facial appearance typically requires selecting an appropriate method based on the individual’s specific condition.
- If facial fullness is primarily due to excessive fat accumulation, facial liposuction performed by a qualified physician at a reputable medical institution can effectively slim the face.
- If facial fullness results from hypertrophy of the masseter muscles, botulinum toxin injections are recommended to induce temporary atrophy of the masseter muscles, thereby achieving facial contouring.
- If broad or prominent facial bones contribute to a wide or large facial appearance, orthognathic surgery (e.g., mandibular angle reduction or zygomatic bone reshaping) may be considered to refine facial contours.
