Cheek implants - Did my doctor upsell me a procedure I didn't need?

I had rhinoplasty, cheek implants, and blepharoplasty 12 days ago. I was so happy and excited to get it done. I wasn't expecting the cheek implants but my doctor suggested it with the blepharoplasty. So I trusted him and agreed.

I'm posting a before picture in hopes that you can tell me if I even needed the cheek implants.

Cheek implants - Did my doctor upsell me a procedure I didn't need?
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A: Hard to tell from the picture

Manish H. Shah, MD

Hi Izzy, Please see my answer to your other question. As far as cheek implants go, it is hard to tell whether or not you needed them. Your picture shows you smiling which pushes up your cheek mass and makes you look like you have more than enough cheek. The best pictures to look at would be a 1/4 view with... more

A: Communication BEFORE surgery is key.

Thomas T. Nguyen, MD

Honestly, you have a beautiful face and in my opinion you didn't "need" any of those procedures.   I would caution you against doing too much -- I usually find that "the enemy of good is better" and you should always caution on the conservative side.  I hope you... more

A: Preop communication is the key

Christopher L. Hess, MD

Unfortunately a candid picture as provided does not substitute for a consultation.  If you were unhappy with the appearance of your cheeks prior to surgery than a full discussion, with your surgeon, regarding the pros, cons and alternatives of cheek enhancement was necessary.  What's important is how... more

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izzy2008
8 posts
2 Jan 2009

Thank you for your answers. I love this site b/c it answers so many of my questions, just looking at others questions. To bad I found it after my surgeries though. I know my doctor is excellent I just have to hear other surgeons opinions to rest my mind! Should of probably did this before surgery. You don't realize how many questions you have till after the procedure! I think I posted another similiar to this one b/c I didn't think this one went through. I'll send more pics from different angles.

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