Considering a 'Peanut-Shaped' Face Procedure (Self-Funded)? You Need to See the Selection Criteria First

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Hello,

I am Park Jeong-geun,

Director of Faceplus Plastic Surgery Clinic.

When considering a procedure for a ‘peanut-shaped’ face,

many people first look for self-funded reviews.

While referring to actual experiences can be helpful,

relying solely on reviews might feel like

there aren’t enough criteria for making a decision.

This is especially true because even with the same ‘peanut-shaped’ face,

the appropriate method can vary

depending on the location and cause of the hollowness.

Therefore, rather than simply asking ‘which procedure is good’,

it’s important to first understand the selection criteria

that suit your facial condition.

Today, based on fillers and fat grafting,

I will realistically outline the selection criteria

for ‘peanut-shaped’ face procedures.

1. Why does a ‘peanut-shaped’ face occur?

A ‘peanut-shaped’ face refers to

a shape where the cheeks below the cheekbones are hollow,

making the sides appear sunken.

In this case, the cheekbones may appear relatively prominent,

the mid-face may look empty,

and the overall impression may lack dimension.

The cause is often not just a lack of fat,

but a combination of skeletal structure, fat distribution,

and skin elasticity.

Therefore, even if they look similar on the surface,

the actual causes can differ.

2. Difference between fillers and thread lifts

Fillers are a method of adding volume to hollow areas

to improve the facial contour.

They often provide immediate changes

and allow for precise adjustments in specific areas.

On the other hand, thread lifts

physically pull up sagging tissues

to redefine their position.

So, it’s more about tightening and refining the lines

rather than adding volume.

In short, fillers ‘fill’,

and thread lifts ‘lift’;

they can be understood as having distinct roles.

3. When are they performed together?

In a ‘peanut-shaped’ face,

hollowness and sagging often occur together.

In such cases, if only fillers are used,

volume will be added,

but the sagging may remain visible.

Conversely, if only thread lifts are performed,

the position will be lifted,

but the hollow volume may not be sufficiently compensated.

Therefore, both procedures may be considered

together.

For example, an approach where sagging tissues are first addressed,

and then insufficient volume is supplemented

to achieve overall balance

is sometimes explained.

However, they are not always performed together in all cases,

and the choice may vary depending on the condition.

4. Criteria to check before choosing

When choosing a procedure for a ‘peanut-shaped’ face,

rather than just looking at reviews or prices,

it’s important to first determine

whether hollowness or sagging is the more significant factor.

Also, based on the overall facial proportions,

the order of approach may differ

depending on which area needs to be addressed first.

Both fillers and thread lifts

are affected by where and how they are applied,

so it’s necessary to understand the application criteria

together, rather than just choosing the type of procedure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of face is referred to as a ‘peanut-shaped’ face?

A ‘peanut-shaped’ face refers to a shape where the cheeks below the cheekbones are hollow, making the sides appear sunken. In this case, the cheekbones may appear prominent, and the mid-face may look empty, leading to an impression of lacking dimension.

Why does a ‘peanut-shaped’ face occur?

The cause of a ‘peanut-shaped’ face is often not just a lack of fat, but a combination of skeletal structure, fat distribution, and skin elasticity. Even if they look similar on the surface, the actual causes can differ.

What is the difference between fillers and thread lifts?

Fillers are a method of adding volume to hollow areas to improve the facial contour, while thread lifts physically pull up sagging tissues to redefine their position. In short, fillers ‘fill’, and thread lifts ‘lift’.

Are fillers and thread lifts sometimes performed together for a ‘peanut-shaped’ face?

Yes, when both hollowness and sagging occur in a ‘peanut-shaped’ face, both procedures may be considered together. For example, sagging tissues may be addressed first, and then insufficient volume supplemented to achieve overall balance.

What is the most important criterion when choosing a procedure for a ‘peanut-shaped’ face?

When choosing a procedure, rather than just looking at reviews or prices, it’s important to first determine whether hollowness or sagging is the more significant factor. Also, based on the overall facial proportions, the order of approach may differ depending on which area needs to be addressed first.