Why Weight Loss Can Change Your Face
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, and Mounjaro® have given millions of people the ability to lose weight and improve their overall health. Patients often report lower blood sugar, improved cardiovascular health, more energy, and a renewed sense of vitality.
But with rapid weight loss, many people notice changes in their face that they weren’t expecting:
- Hollow cheeks and temples
- Sagging skin around the jawline
- Fine lines and wrinkles appearing more quickly
- A tired or gaunt look that doesn’t match how good they feel inside
This is often referred to as “Ozempic face.”
Why Facial Fat Loss Is Different
Most of us think of fat loss as a simple equation: lose it now, and if you regain weight later, it comes back everywhere. But the face doesn’t work that way.
- Deep facial fat pads give the face its youthful contour. When these shrink with weight loss, they don’t fully return—even if body weight goes back up.
- This leaves the face looking thinner, more hollow, and less supported.
- Over time, the natural aging process compounds the issue, since collagen and elastin decline every year.
- Skin, without support underneath, begins to sag and wrinkle more visibly.
Think of it like a cushion losing its stuffing—even if you put pressure on the outside, the inside structure doesn’t rebuild itself. To restore balance, we need to rebuild the foundation.
Why Simple Weight Regain Doesn’t Help
It’s important for patients to know:
- Weight regained after GLP-1 therapy usually deposits in the abdomen, hips, and thighs—not in the face.
- That means the gaunt, hollow look often persists long term unless we take structural action.
- The only effective solution is to stimulate new collagen, restore volume, lift muscles, and repair skin.
This is why at Denver Wellness & Aesthetics Center (DWAC), we developed the 4-Layer Facial Restoration Protocol—a comprehensive plan that works from the inside out.
The DWAC 4-Layer Solution
Build Collagen with Sculptra®
- What it is: A biostimulatory injectable made of poly-L-lactic acid.
- How it works: Triggers your body to create fresh collagen, rebuilding the structural “scaffolding” of your face.
- Where it helps: Temples, cheeks, jawline, and other areas of hollowing.
- Why it matters: Collagen is the protein that keeps skin firm and smooth, and Sculptra restores it naturally.
- Longevity: Results last 2+ years, improving gradually for a subtle, refreshed look.
💡 Think of Sculptra like planting seeds for your face—it grows your own collagen back over time.
Restore Volume with Hyaluronic Acid Fillers
- What it is: A smooth gel made of hyaluronic acid (a substance your body naturally produces).
- How it works: Instantly restores volume, softens folds, and enhances contours.
- Where it helps: Cheeks, lips, nasolabial folds, chin, and under-eyes.
- Why it matters: Provides immediate balance while Sculptra is still working behind the scenes.
- Longevity: 9–18 months depending on area and product.
Think of fillers as scaffolding beams—providing immediate support while your body rebuilds collagen long-term.
Lift and Tone with Emface®
- What it is: A needle-free device that uses radiofrequency to tighten skin and HIFES™ (high-intensity facial muscle stimulation) to strengthen muscles.
- How it works: Lifts brows, tones cheeks, and defines the jawline by strengthening the very muscles that hold your face up.
- Why it matters: As we age, facial muscles weaken, leading to drooping. Emface restores youthful tone.
- Longevity: Results last a year or longer with maintenance.
Think of Emface as “strength training for your face.” Just like lifting weights keeps your body toned, Emface keeps your facial muscles lifted.
Regenerate Skin with Plated™ Serum
- What it is: A physician-developed topical serum powered by platelet-derived exosomes—tiny messengers that signal repair.
- How it works: Stimulates skin cells to produce collagen and elastin, improves texture, and restores barrier function.
- Why it matters: Addresses skin quality, making it smoother, stronger, and more radiant.
- How we use it: Applied in-office after treatments and used daily at home for ongoing results.
Think of Plated™ as “longevity skincare”—it doesn’t just moisturize, it helps skin function like it did when you were younger.
The Benefits of a Layered Approach
By combining these four therapies, DWAC restores balance to every layer of the face:
- Structure (Sculptra®) – collagen foundation
- Volume (Fillers) – youthful contours
- Lift (Emface®) – strong, toned muscles
- Skin Quality (Plated™ Serum) – smoother, healthier skin
This approach gives natural, long-lasting results that reflect your overall health journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: No. Our goal is restoration, not transformation. You’ll look like the healthiest version of you.
- Fillers → Immediate
- Sculptra → Gradual over months
- Emface → Noticeable after a short series
- Plated™ → Visible improvements in texture within weeks
- Sculptra → 2+ years
- Fillers → 9–18 months
- Emface → 12+ months with maintenance
- Plated™ → Continuous with regular use
A: Yes. Many patients also benefit from RF microneedling, CO₂ laser, or peptide therapy for full skin and longevity support.
Why Choose Denver Wellness & Aesthetics Center?
- Medical Expertise: Dr. Michael Young is double board-certified in Family and Lifestyle Medicine.
- Integrated Care: We combine aesthetics, wellness, and longevity for comprehensive results.
- Natural Outcomes: We focus on restoring balance—not creating an artificial or overfilled look.
- Patient-Centered: Every plan is customized to your unique facial anatomy and health goals.
Take the Next Step
Your health journey is worth celebrating—don’t let facial changes hold you back. With our Sculptra + Fillers + Emface + Plated™ protocol, your face can reflect the same energy and vitality you feel inside.
📞 Call us at 303-347-2000
Inside-out health. Outside-in beauty.
