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Do your cheekbones get bigger as you age? The surprising truth about facial changes

According to plastic surgeons, the appearance of more prominent cheekbones in older age is often an illusion caused by soft tissue changes rather than an increase in bone size. So, do your cheekbones get bigger as you age? The reality is more complex, involving a shift in facial fat and underlying bone structure that affects how your cheeks look over time.

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