Facial Implants

Facial implants are used to improve contours of your face. There are many types available, and these may help to strengthen a jaw line or bring the chin or cheekbones into balance with the rest of your face. "I often use a chin implant to give a person's lower face more definition," says Dr. Aguilar. "It can also balance out a large nose. It can make your facial dimensions mesh more pleasingly."

HOW LONG DOES SURGERY TAKE AND WHAT'S INVOLVED?
Cheek implant surgery takes about 45 minutes. Often these cheek implants are being placed in conjunction with another cosmetic procedure, such as a facelift, forehead lift or eyelid surgery so the implants may be inserted through the incisions made for those procedures. Otherwise, an incision will be made either inside your upper lip or your lower eyelid. A pocket is then formed and an implant is inserted.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER SURGERY?
Disregard the swelling, and you'll see your results immediately. Do expect some minor discomfort and swelling for a few days. Some patients have trouble smiling and talking temporarily. Some bruising may occur.

WHAT PRECAUTIONS SHOULD I TAKE AFTER SURGERY?
Eat soft foods; drink malts, etc. for two days. Avoid activity that puts your face in jeopardy (no contact sports for three weeks).

HOW CAN I HAVE HIGH CHEEKBONES?
Cheek implant surgery accomplishes this, with malar implants, which come in different sizes and shapes.

HOW LONG DOES SURGERY TAKE AND WHAT'S INVOLVED?
Cheek implant surgery takes about 45 minutes. Often, these are placed in