MORE THAN SKIN DEEP

Although we learn to recognise the visible signs of facial ageing – that become manifested in lines, wrinkles, contours and folds – most of us are less familiar with the underlying structure of the face that gives each of us our own unique characteristics. Involving a complex web of bones, muscles and fat, we’ve compiled a basic overview of the facial structure, its function and how it changes through time to help better understand facial rejuvenation techniques and approaches.

SKELETAL ANATOMY

Facial bone anatomy is both complex and elegant, forming the basis of our outward-facing features while serving a wealth of functions behind the scenes.

The key function of the human cranium is to protect