Get Fuller Cheeks and Defined Cheek Bones with Cheek Augmentation
Have you noticed that your cheeks are becoming hollow? This is caused by diminished volume in the mid-face and cheeks as we age. The loss of volume causes the face to look gaunt and haggard. The result is a severe, aged appearance that doesn't reflect your youthful vitality.
Whether you've lost cheek volume due to aging or were born with small cheekbones, a qualified facial plastic surgery can:
- Restore lost volume in the mid-face.
- Create fuller cheeks.
- Create more angular, chiseled cheek bones.
- Restore facial balance.
- Give you a fresher, more rejuvenated appearance.
There are two options for increasing volume in the mid-face or cheeks. The first option is to use injectable fillers such as Radiesse®, Juvéderm® or Restylane® to enhance the cheeks. Many patients get striking results from injectable fillers. This non-surgical option offers patients a temporary solution that can last as long as eighteen months, depending on the filler used. The second option - cheek augmentation - offers a more permanent solution.
What is Cheek Augmentation?
Cheek augmentation is a surgical procedure in which an implant is placed into the cheek through a small incision made at the gum line. A snug pocket is created directly over the cheekbone in which the implant will be placed. Optionally, the cheek implant may be secured by affixing it to the bone or soft tissue. The entire procedure can be completed in less than an hour. Cheek augmentation can be performed as a single procedure or in connection with other cosmetic procedures. Since the implant is placed through the mouth so there is no visible scar.
Select a skilled, knowledgeable facial plastic surgeon with an eye for creating aesthetic proportion. Cheek implants are constructed of silicone or other biocompatible materials. Implants are available in multiple sizes and shapes. An experienced facial plastic surgeon will choose an implant that will accommodate your unique facial structure and create the desired result.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort from cheek augmentation. They may experience some tightness following the surgery due to the additional volume of the cheek implant. Some swelling is also expected immediately following surgery. Your surgeon will provide you with a list of post-surgery instructions to ensure the best recovery possible.
Am I a Good Candidate for Cheek Augmentation?
- You may be a good candidate for cheek augmentation if you:
- Have lost volume in your mid-face or cheeks due to aging.
- Have hollow cheeks.
- Were born with small cheek bones.
- Want fuller, more youthful looking cheeks.
- Want to achieve aesthetically harmonious facial balance.
- Are considering other complementary cosmetic procedures.
- Need a more long-term solution than injectable fillers offer.
A knowledgeable facial plastic surgeon will discuss possible options and help you determine whether cheek augmentation is right for you. Computer-generated imaging can give you a better idea of the final results you should expect from cheek augmentation. If you want to restore volume in the mid-face or create a more defined cheekbone call the office of Dr. Karsan - a qualified, experienced facial plastic surgeon - to make a consultation appointment today.
Perhaps some of your fondest memories involve laying on the beach soaking up the summer sun. Yet years of sun worship can severely damage skin. Wrinkles, sun spots, skin discoloration and looseness of the skin are the price we often pay for sun exposure without adequate protection. 
