Beauty Care-Cosmetic Procedures, Plastic Surgery / 14.06.2025
Aesthetic Strategies for Early Detection and Correction of Midface Volume Loss
One of the most visible signs of facial aging is midface volume loss. The midface, which spans from the lower eyelids to the tip of the nose, plays a central role in the overall facial impression. As time passes, the skin loses elasticity and the cheekbones become hollow, softening the contours of the face and reinforcing an aged appearance. Identifying and correcting these changes early is key to maintaining a youthful look.
Characteristics and Causes of Midface Volume Loss
Midface volume loss is not simply a surface-level issue. As aging progresses, deep fat compartments such as the Sub-Orbicularis Oculi Fat (SOOF) begin to descend, pulling down the overlying orbital muscles and skin. This collapse of the facial center contributes to a heavy, tired, and older appearance.
Typical signs of midfacial aging include pronounced tear troughs, herniated fat pads, and the descent of soft tissue in the zygomatic area, leading to bulging above the nasolabial fold. When Indian folds (malar mounds) also appear, the face takes on an exhausted and melancholic expression. These changes can be triggered initially by craniofacial deformation caused by temporomandibular joint (TMJ) stress, which alters the zygomatic point, leading to downward and lateral facial expansion and sagging.
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