Facial Contouring

Achieve a youthful, sculpted appearance with facial contouring treatments at Aesthetistry Med Spa, serving Leawood, Overland Park, Mission Hills, Prairie Village, and surrounding areas. As we age, natural collagen and elastin diminish, leading to fine lines and wrinkles, sagging and thinning skin, as well as accumulation of sun damage, uneven skin tone and age spots. Resorption of bone in the face occurs, particularly around the eyes, cheeks, and jawline leading to less defined and sunken facial features. Weakening of facial muscles cause drooping eyelids, jowls, and a less defined jawline. Redistribution of fat occurs creating a hollow appearance in the temples and cheeks while accumulation of fat develops in other areas, such as around the eyes and under the chin area.

Age Group Specific Changes

30s: Fine lines, crow's feet develop, nasolabial folds become more prominent
40s: Deeper wrinkles, loss of facial volume, sagging skin
50s: Drooping eyelids, thinning lips, pronounced jowls, submental fat
60s and up: Deep wrinkles, significant sagging, bone loss

Facial contouring with advanced injectables helps to restore deep structure, replace volume loss, rejuvenate tone and texture, and assist in overall facial harmony. There are several treatments available to effectively enhance facial contours and help restore a youthful, vibrant glow. Dermal fillers are immediate and can be used to replace lost volume subtly, while improving deep lines and wrinkles. Injectable collagen stimulators can also be used to help enhance natural collagen production to rejuvenate skin tone and texture, replace lost volume, and restore the facial foundation.

Sculptra®

Sculptra® is a biostimulator that gradually replaces lost collagen, offering natural-looking results that can last up to two years. Made from poly-L-lactic acid, a biocompatible, fruit-based material, Sculptra® improves moderate to deep facial creases, restores volume, and enhances facial contours. Often referred to as a “Liquid Face Lift,” it is typically administered as a series of 2 to 4 treatments spaced 5 to 8 weeks apart. Results develop gradually with each session, as your own body produces collagen for a refreshed, youthful look.

After treatment, minor swelling, bruising, tenderness, and redness may occur, typically resolving within 2 to 7 days. Sculptra® is safe, fast, and leaves no scars or lasting marks, allowing you to maintain control over your aesthetic results.

Kybella®

Kybella® is an FDA-approved injectable designed to reduce fat under the chin (submental fat), improving your profile. It contains deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring molecule that breaks down and absorbs fat. Once injected, Kybella® destroys fat cells, which cannot store fat in the future, making results long-lasting once your aesthetic goal is achieved.

Kybella® is administered via multiple small injections under the chin and typically takes 15 to 20 minutes per session. Treatment sessions are spaced at least 6 weeks apart, with the number of sessions depending on the amount of fat and patient response. Post-treatment effects may include swelling, bruising, and temporary numbness under the chin.

Dermal Fillers

As we age, natural collagen and elastin diminish causing significant visible changes in skin appearance. Muscle weakening and bone resorption leads to deeper facial folds, loss of cheek volume, thinner lips, loss of chin and jaw definition. Dermal fillers are immediate injectable treatments that restore volume and smooth out wrinkles and folds for a natural, youthful look. Advanced products are made from hyaluronic acid, a substance naturally found in your skin, or from calcium hydroxylapatite for long-lasting structural support and last for several months to over a year. Our specialists select the best product based on your goals and the area being treated. Dermal fillers provide a safe and effective solution to rejuvenate your appearance.

Benefits of Facial Contouring

Restores facial volume and improves symmetry
Reduces the appearance of wrinkles and folds
Enhances cheek, lip, and jawline contours
Reduces submental and jowl fullness for a refined profile
Long-lasting, natural-looking results
Safe, minimally invasive, and customizable

Pre-Treatment Guidelines

You may get some bruising with this procedure so it is recommended to schedule this treatment when you don’t have anything major going on. To minimize bruising, avoid blood-thinning medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen, Advil, Aleve, Excedrin, or fish oil supplements for 10 to 14 days prior to treatment. You can also purchase Arnica pellets at our office and start a few days prior to treatment to help reduce any bruising.

Schedule Your Facial Contouring Consultation

Discover the transformative effects of Sculptra®, Kybella®, and dermal fillers at Aesthetistry Med Spa. Our experienced practitioners provide personalized treatment plans to achieve your desired results while maintaining a natural, refreshed appearance. Call our office today to schedule a consultation and find the treatment combination that is right for you.

FAQs - Facial Contouring

1. What is facial contouring and how does it work?
Facial contouring is a non-surgical treatment designed to enhance and define facial features by restoring volume, improving skin tone and texture, and improving symmetry. At Aesthetistry Med Spa, treatments like Sculptra® work by stimulating collagen production, dermal fillers restore volume loss and soften deep lines, and Kybella® reduces fat deposits for a more sculpted, youthful appearance.

2. How long do facial contouring results last?
Results vary depending on the treatment. Sculptra® can last up to two years by naturally stimulating collagen growth, dermal fillers last up to a year or longer plumping areas providing immediate results, while Kybella® provides long term fat reduction under the chin since the fat cells are destroyed.

3. Is there any downtime after facial contouring treatments?
Most facial contouring procedures require little downtime. Patients may experience temporary swelling, redness, or bruising, but these effects typically subside within 2-7 days, allowing you to resume normal activities quickly.

4. Who is a good candidate for facial contouring?
Ideal candidates are individuals looking to restore facial volume, diminish deep lines, reduce sagging or double chin fat, and achieve a refreshed look without surgery. During your consultation, our specialists will create a customized plan based on your skin type, facial structure, and aesthetic goals.

5. How many facial contouring sessions will I need?
The number of sessions depends on your chosen treatment and desired results. Sculptra® is typically performed in 2–4 sessions spaced several weeks apart, dermal fillers are immediate and usually done in 1-2 sessions, and Kybella® may require 1-4 treatments to achieve optimal contouring. Your practitioner will recommend a personalized schedule during your consultation.