“Ozempic Face” is a term used to describe a common side effect of the type 2 diabetes medication Ozempic as well as the weight loss medication Wegovy. In some cases, individuals taking these popular medications can develop loose, sagging facial skin as well as visible fine lines and wrinkles. Although Ozempic Face is associated with specific medications, anyone who loses weight quickly can potentially experience increased skin laxity. So, what are your options if you develop the symptoms of Ozempic Face? Here, we’ll take a look at the best available treatments for the condition.
Dermal Fillers
One good option to treat the symptoms of Ozempic Face is to undergo treatment with a dermal filler. Dermal fillers are injectable cosmetic treatments used to add natural-looking volume to the facial skin and reduce signs of aging, including sagging skin and wrinkles. Typically, these fillers are made using either hyaluronic acid, poly-L-lactic acid or calcium hydroxylapatite.
Perhaps the biggest advantage of dermal fillers is that the treatment is quick and minimally invasive, offering a very simple way to rejuvenate your skin. Dermal fillers also typically don’t require any recovery downtime, and they provide noticeable results very quickly. Depending on which filler you choose, the effects can last anywhere from nine months to two years, or longer. At Weber Facial Plastic Surgery, we offer a variety of effective dermal fillers, including:
- Juvéderm
- Vollure
- Voluma
- Volbella
- Volux
- Belotero
- Restylane
- Sculptra
- Radiesse
Fat Transfer
If you’re experiencing skin laxity and loss of facial volume, another potential remedy is fat transfer. During this procedure, Dr. Weber removes excess fat from another area of your body, such as the hips or abdomen. This fat is then carefully injected into different areas of your face. This gives your facial skin a full, plump and more youthful appearance and effectively fills in any areas of loose, sagging skin. Fat transfer also smooths lines and wrinkles and offers exceptionally natural-looking results.
Although fat transfer is a slightly more invasive treatment than dermal fillers, it’s significantly less invasive than most cosmetic surgeries. You’ll likely need to spend several days or a week resting and recovering after the procedure, but the results typically appear quickly and last for multiple years.
Cosmetic Surgery
If you have severe symptoms of Ozempic Face and desire drastic results, your best option may be to undergo cosmetic surgery. There are a few different surgeries that can potentially address symptoms such as wrinkles and sagging facial skin:
- Facelift
- Brow lift
- Facial Implants
- Eyelid surgery
- Fat transfer
These surgeries, which target different areas of the face, can all be quite effective for tightening up loose skin, removing excess skin, and improving overall facial harmony. If you’re looking to achieve comprehensive, long-lasting results, one or more of these surgeries could be your best choice. However, it’s important to remember that cosmetic surgery is the most drastic treatment option. These surgical procedures will be more expensive than dermal fillers or fat transfer, and each of them is likely to require several weeks of recovery. However, they should greatly reduce the symptoms of Ozempic Face.
Choose Dr. Weber for Ozempic Face Treatment
At Weber Facial Plastic Surgery, Dr. Stephen Weber is a double board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Denver known for his skill, artistic vision, and warm bedside manner. He has over 15 years of experience and his expertise has been shared around the world in the form of lectures, teaching and training sessions provided to other surgeons and healthcare providers. If you’re experiencing wrinkles, skin laxity, and other symptoms of Ozempic Face, he’ll gladly evaluate your situation and help you decide on an ideal treatment option to achieve your aesthetic goals. Contact our office today to begin your journey!