Lower Face: Clinical Anatomy and Regional Approaches with Injectable Fillers

Plast Reconstr Surg. 2015 Nov;136(5 Suppl):235S-257S. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000001836.

Abstract

The use of injectable fillers enables facial sculpting through treatment of volume depletion and modeling of facial contours. Injectable fillers are among the most frequently performed minimally invasive cosmetic procedures.However, treatment of the lower third of the face can be challenging and requires expertise in facial anatomy. In this article, the authors provide a comprehensive review of the anatomy of the lower third of the face, highlighting danger zones. In addition, the authors describe their preferred approach and detailed technique used in the treatment of each specific area, namely the jawline, prejowl sulcus, melomental folds, and lips.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cosmetic Techniques*
  • Face / anatomy & histology*
  • Humans
  • Hyaluronic Acid / administration & dosage*
  • Injections, Intradermal

Substances

  • Hyaluronic Acid