"Hamster cheeks" (jowls)

"Hamster cheeks" is a colloquial term for the sagging of tissue in the lower part of the cheeks and along the jawline. This symptom can create the impression of a disrupted facial oval, a heavier lower face, or a less defined jawline. It is most often related to the aging process, loss of skin elasticity, changes in tissue volume, and the effect of gravity. The severity of jowls depends on anatomy, genetics, and skin quality. Any possible management requires an individual specialist assessment.