Facial Volume Loss

Condition Overview

What Defines Facial Volume Loss?

Facial volume loss is a natural part of the ageing process that occurs as a result of various factors affecting the skin, fat, and bone structure of the face. This phenomenon can have a profound impact on one’s appearance, contributing to the development of facial wrinkles, skin laxity, and a hollow or gaunt look that may also be accompanied by marionette lines and nasolabial folds. To address these changes, treatments such as hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler treatments, skin boosters, polynucleotides, and anti-wrinkle injections can be used to restore lost volume, smooth lines, enhance hydration, and improve overall skin texture for a more rejuvenated and balanced facial appearance.

How Is Facial Volume Loss Associated With Ageing?

The primary cause of facial volume loss is a combination of age-related changes in the underlying structures of the face. As people age, collagen and elastin, essential proteins responsible for skin firmness and elasticity, gradually decline. This reduction leads to noticeable shifts in facial proportions. Additionally, the fat pads that provide volume and contour to the face begin to diminish. Bone density loss in certain areas of the face can also contribute to facial volume loss, resulting in deeper expression lines such as frown lines, forehead lines, and crow’s feet.

What Other Factors Are Involved?

Various factors can exacerbate facial volume loss, including exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, smoking, and genetics. Sun damage, in particular, accelerates the breakdown of collagen and elastin, hastening the skin ageing process. This results in thinner skin tissue, uneven tone, and more pronounced character lines across the face, particularly in the under-eye area and cheeks.

What Is The Aesthetic Impact Of Facial Volume Loss?

The impact of facial volume loss on appearance is multifaceted. Thinning skin and reduced collagen production lead to increased visibility of fine lines and wrinkles, especially around the eyes, mouth, and forehead. The loss of fat pads results in a sunken appearance, particularly in the cheeks, temples, and under the eyes. These changes can cause nasolabial folds, bunny lines, and a loss of harmony in overall facial proportions. The overall effect is a flattening of facial contours, making the face appear less youthful and vibrant.

How Can I Address Facial Volume Loss?

Addressing facial volume loss often involves cosmetic treatments aimed at restoring volume and rejuvenating the face. Hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler treatments are commonly used to replace lost volume and enhance facial contours. These fillers can be strategically administered to specific areas of the face including the tear trough, temples, cheeks, lips, chin and jawline, providing a non-surgical solution to combat the effects of ageing. Our aesthetic treatments often include lip filler treatment, jawline filler, chin fillers, cheek fillers and even non-surgical rhinoplasty, all designed to restore structure while supporting collagen stimulation.

A well-known technique called the ‘8-point face-lift’ or ‘liquid facelift’ uses the least amount of dermal filler necessary for overall facial rejuvenation. The filler injections are targeted at precise injection sites where greatest volume is lost, each point having a synergistic effect on the others, contributing to an overall enhanced appearance and improved facial proportions.

HAVA Aesthetics, Surrey offer skin boosters and polynucleotides, as well as a hybrid biostimulator, HArmonyCa®, which not only restores facial volume loss by providing an immediate lifting effect, but also simultaneously stimulates collagen replacement and long-term collagen stimulation within your skin. This means the results go beyond initial plumpness, continuing to improve the skin months after treatment.

Additional anti-ageing injectables such as anti-wrinkle injections can complement filler treatments by addressing facial lines like Frown Lines and forehead lines, while aesthetic solutions like a brow lift or lip lift can refine your overall look. Skin tightening procedures may also be included as part of a comprehensive skin rejuvenation plan.

Consulting with our experienced medical practitioners, including Dr Hadeel Nimaa, helps patients to understand the causes and available treatment options, empowering individuals to make informed choices about maintaining or restoring a more youthful and refreshed facial aesthetic. Each treatment plan is personalised to your needs and may include lip enhancement, tear trough filler, or even combination therapies for both volume and tone.