Since I began practising aesthetics, I have built a loyal patient base, of whom approximately 70% are men. I have found that their usual treatment preferences are for jawline contouring and wrinkle-relaxing injections in the upper face, while also requesting regular treatments for general facial rejuvenation. In this article I outline the case of a 42-year-old male patient, who was a smoker, who presented to my clinic for the first time to discuss treatment options for his nasolabial folds, which were causing him significant concern. He had not undergone any aesthetic treatment previously and was particularly concerned with the risk of feminisation.
Upon assessment I noted that as well as his prominent nasolabial folds, the patient also had volume loss in the cheeks. While his cheeks could benefit from treatment, volumising this area presented a stronger risk of feminisation due to the…
