Sculpted, not overdone: facial contour treatment in Massapequa
The angles that used to define your face, at the cheekbones, temples, jaw and chin, have softened, and the face looks flatter in photos and in profile. At Skin Space in Massapequa, we help clients across Long Island restore definition with non-surgical contouring that brings back shape and shadow without looking overdone.
Also known as loss of facial definition, a flat mid-face, non-surgical facial contouring and facial sculpting.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jimenez, Medical Director. Last reviewed September 2026.
What flattened contours are
When the face loses its highlights and shadows.
A defined face has a pattern of light and shadow: highlights on the cheekbones, a crisp jawline, a balanced chin and smooth temples. As bone, fat and skin support change with age, those contours soften and the face can look flatter, wider or more tired, even without obvious lines or sagging.
Contouring treatments restore structure at a few key points rather than adding volume everywhere. Small, well-placed changes at the cheekbones, temples, jaw and chin often make the biggest difference, which is why the approach looks at the whole face, not one feature.
Cheekbones
Less projection and highlight at the top of the cheeks.
Temples
Hollowing at the sides of the forehead that can make the upper face look narrower.
Jawline and chin
A softer jaw angle and a chin that blends into the neck.
If hollowness under the cheekbones is your main concern, see hollow or sunken cheeks. For the chin, see weak or recessed chin, and for the jawline, jowls and sagging jawline.
What causes it
The face's structure changes from the inside out.
Facial contours depend on the bone underneath, the fat pads that sit on it, and the skin on top. All three change over time.
- Bone remodeling, as the cheekbones, jaw and chin gradually lose some projection with age.
- Fat pad changes, with fat shrinking in some areas, like the temples and cheeks, and gathering in others.
- Skin laxity, which softens the sharp edges along the jaw and cheekbones.
- Weight changes, which can blur contours with gain or hollow them with loss.
- Genetics, which shape how defined your features are to start with.
- Muscle tension, since a strong, overworked jaw muscle can make the lower face look wider.
Contouring treatments at Skin Space
Your Skin Space provider will look at your face as a whole and choose a few key points to restore structure and balance.
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Radiesse
Adds structural support at the cheekbones, jawline and chin, and stimulates your own collagen, sharpening contours with a result that builds over time.
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Dermal Filler
Hyaluronic acid filler restores shape where volume has softened, such as the temples, cheekbones and chin, and can be adjusted or dissolved if needed.
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Buccal Massage Facial
A sculpting facial with massage inside and outside the mouth that releases tension in the jaw and cheeks and helps the face look more defined, with no needles.
Also used alongside these
- Wrinkle RelaxersCan slim an enlarged jaw muscle for a more tapered lower face.
- Skin TighteningFirms the skin over the cheekbones and jaw so contours look crisper.
What to expect at Skin Space
From your first visit in Massapequa to a more defined face.
Facial assessment
We look at your face from the front, side and at an angle to see where definition has softened and how your features balance.
Your plan
Your provider chooses a small number of key points to treat, so the result looks natural rather than filled.
Treatment
Injectables take under an hour with numbing for comfort. Results show right away and settle over about two weeks.
Follow-up
We check your result and make small refinements if needed.
Caring for your results at home
Protect your results and the skin over them.
- Avoid pressing or massaging treated areas for a few days unless your provider recommends it.
- Skip strenuous exercise and alcohol for 24 hours after injectables.
- Notice jaw clenching. If you clench or grind, especially at night, mention it. It affects both contour and comfort.
- Keep weight stable where possible, since big changes affect facial shape.
- Wear sunscreen daily to protect skin quality over the contours.
- Protect your skin year-round on Long Island. Summer sun at the beach and on the water is the biggest driver of early lines, and winter wind and dry indoor heat dehydrate skin and make lines more visible. Adjust your routine with the seasons.
When to check with your doctor
Contour changes are usually gradual and cosmetic.
Check with your doctor if you notice:
- Rapid, unexplained changes in the shape of your face
- New swelling, lumps or asymmetry in the face or jaw
- Jaw pain, clicking or headaches, which may be related to clenching or the jaw joint
- That you're pregnant or breastfeeding, or have an autoimmune condition, since some treatments aren't recommended
After any filler or Radiesse treatment, get emergency care right away for severe pain, skin that turns pale or dusky, or any change in your vision. Every Skin Space consultation includes a review of your health history so we can choose treatments that are safe for you.
Common questions
What is non-surgical facial contouring?
It's the use of injectables and sculpting treatments to restore definition at key points like the cheekbones, temples, jaw and chin, without surgery.
Will contouring make my face look bigger?
Not when it's done well. Small amounts at the right points restore shape and shadow, which often makes the face look more lifted and refined.
Is facial contouring popular with men?
Yes. Many men come in for jaw and chin definition. The approach is tailored to keep features looking strong and natural.
What are temple hollows?
Hollowing at the sides of the forehead that develops with age or weight loss. Restoring the temples can make the upper face look fuller and more youthful.
How long do results last?
Hyaluronic acid filler often lasts a year or more depending on the area, and Radiesse typically lasts a year or more while stimulating collagen.
Where can I get facial contouring near Massapequa?
Skin Space is a med spa in Massapequa, NY, serving clients from across Long Island. Every plan starts with a consultation so we can look at your face as a whole.
Reviewed by Dr. Jimenez
Medical Director at Skin Space in Massapequa, NY. This page was reviewed for medical accuracy in September 2026.
