Aging changes in the male face

Discrete anatomic differences exist between the male and female face that are relevant in surgical planning. Although the aging process of male and female faces share many common features, attention to the particular differences in the aging man is warranted. Gender differences in the male face include the presence of facial hair, increased facial vascularity, increased thickness, increased sebaceous content, hormonal influences, and potentially differing rates of fat and bone absorption during the life cycle. This article describes the anatomic characteristics of the male face that require attention as the facial plastic surgeon constructs a treatment plan for the aging face Further investigation is required to describe in more detail the anatomic and biologic differences in male and female facial aging.