Sagging of the cheek is related to skin elasticity, fat mass and mimetic muscle function

Background/purpose: Facial sagging is associated with aging, although the mechanism remains unclear. The aim of this study was to investigate the mechanism of facial sagging by examining the relationship of sagging severity to changes of skin elasticity, fat mass and facial muscle function at the cheek.

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