Can Laser Lift Cheeks?
Yes, lasers can contribute to cheek lifting, although it's not a direct lift like a surgical facelift. Laser treatments, often part of a broader "laser lift" or "non-surgical facelift," work by stimulating collagen production. This collagen production leads to skin tightening and a reduction in sagging, which can improve the appearance of the cheeks. The results are not as dramatic or long-lasting as a surgical facelift but offer a less invasive alternative.
Laser treatments, such as CO2 fractional laser treatments, heat the underlying skin layers. This heat triggers the body's natural healing process, resulting in the production of new collagen and elastin. The increased collagen leads to:
- Skin tightening: This reduces sagging skin in the cheek area.
- Improved texture: The skin appears smoother and firmer.
- Reduced wrinkles: Fine lines and wrinkles in the cheek area become less noticeable.
Often, laser treatments are combined with dermal fillers, such as Voluma. As noted in information from Luxe Laser, "We add volume to the cheekbones with Voluma, increasing the firmness and tightness of the cheeks. This adds to the effect of the CO2 Fractional Laser treatment and Laser Lift treatment, creating an even more dramatic difference in appearance." The fillers add volume, enhancing the lifting effect of the laser. Other sources mention procedures such as the LazerLift®, which focuses on tightening and lifting the lower face and smoothing wrinkles.
Comparing Laser Cheek Lifting to Surgical Facelifts
It's crucial to understand that laser treatments offer a less invasive alternative to surgical facelifts. Surgical facelifts directly lift and reposition the underlying tissues and skin, offering more dramatic and long-lasting results. Surgical facelifts, as described by the Mayo Clinic, “create a younger look in the face. The procedure can reduce sagging skin. It can also help smooth folds of skin.” Laser treatments, on the other hand, provide a gradual improvement over time, with results typically lasting several years, as described by Dr. Torgerson.
