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Can Weight Loss Affect Facial Volume?
Weight loss causes a decrease in subcutaneous fat, which is the layer of fat just beneath the skin. Though fat loss is usually the goal of a regular diet and exercise regimen, it can also lead to volume loss.
This means the underlying structures in our face become more visible, causing a hollow appearance or drooping around the mid-face and cheeks.
It can be frustrating to look in the mirror and see that you’ve lost facial volume, even after successfully losing weight. This is where dermal fillers can help.