Cheek implants are artificial enhancements used to make the cheeks look fuller and higher. It is a popular procedure with both men and women who desire more definition to their cheeks and for anyone who has experienced facial injuries and require cheek reconstruction. The implants are made from silicone or using tissue from another part of the patient's body.
Cheek implants are usually performed under general anaesthetic. The surgeon will make an incision either beneath the lower eyelash or inside the mouth through which the implant will be placed. The implant is held in place by the cheek muscles, stitches or surgical screws.
Surgery takes approximately two hours per implant.
High cheeks are currently the sought after look. It adds a little Hollywood glamour and people who opt for implants want to emulate this look. Alternatively surgery is undertaken because the cheek has been damaged some way in an accident or is used to correct any birth defects. Any surgery is a big decision and MYA will provide all the details you need to make an informed choice.
Most of the swelling should go down within a week but it may take between one and three months to finally disappear by which time your final face shape should become apparent. You may have to wear a supportive brace whilst you sleep for the first few weeks to help the implant heal in the best position. A MYA surgeon will be able to explain this in more detail.
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