Cheekbone augmentation is a popular cosmetic procedure that can help define the cheekbones, give more angularity to the face, and produce a lifting element. Facial prostheses, such as chin and cheek implants, are often used to create a stronger chin and jaw line and taller or fuller cheeks. Whether using fat transfer, commercial filler, or implant, a cheek augmentation results in more prominently raised cheeks, creating facial angularity and helping to achieve the hallmark of beauty. The surgeon can choose from a variety of implants, depending on the desired approach. Facial implants are intended to be permanent, but implants can be removed if desired.
Anyone who has had cheek implants placed but is not satisfied with the result or has had complications can be a candidate for cheek implant removal or revision. The removal or revision of cheekbone implants can be a stand-alone procedure or it can be combined with other cosmetic or reconstructive surgeries. Since the 1990s, implants have evolved to a more anatomical shape. Most implant-related problems are the result of large implants or implants that have been seated in a way that is not ideal. Improperly fitted implants may require surgical removal, replacement, or both.
Implant placement may be associated with damage to the motor nerves of facial expression muscles or may compromise the appearance of the lower eyelid. Sometimes, post-surgical changes associated with eyelid surgery may need to be reviewed at the same time as the cheek implant is removed. Because many of these situations have unique characteristics, Dr. Steinsapir prefers to hand-carve a custom ePTFE implant to replace the old implant. You'll need to decide if the benefits will achieve your goals and if the risks and potential complications of cheekbone augmentation are acceptable. Although people of all ages tend to be good candidates, cheekbone implants are often recommended for younger patients who want to find a permanent solution to fix bone structures within the cheeks.
In fact, many patients with cheekbone implants are choosing to remove their firm cheekbone implants and replace lost volume with a fat injection. Whatever your reason for wanting to increase your appearance, cheek implant surgery is a viable option that can be easily combined with other facial cosmetic procedures, such as brow lifts, forehead lifts, rhinoplasty, otoplasty, and facelifts. Imber performs a cheekbone augmentation to define the cheekbones, give more angularity to the face and produce a lifting element. Cheekbone implant revision surgery (removal or replacement) is the procedure to correct or change the results of a previous cheekbone implant surgery. If you're considering getting cheek implants but are worried about them being permanent, you should know that they can be removed if desired. It's important to discuss all your options with your doctor before making any decisions about your treatment plan.
