Why Fat May Be Your Best Friend

In the war against against aging, we tend to think of fat as the enemy. However, researchers have recently identified four specific pockets of fat in our cheeks which are responsible for making us look young. Think about it---how often do you see a child who doesn't have chubby cheeks?

This may explain some people's desire for cheek implants. However, the harder, more "chiseled" look that such implants can give to the features does not necessarily translate into the full, round-cheeked look of youth. Undoubtedly, this is part of the reason that the liquid face lift (accomplished through the use of fat grafts or transfers, injectable dermal fillers, and botox) has recently gained so much in popularity.