I have been researching submalar and malar implants and I notice that (particularly for the combination implants) they are very visible looking from the side. I am only 36, but Id like high cheek bones , however, I know underneath will look hollow( I have a long face). I have heard that submalar implants can move downwards and I don't know if they will give me a saggy look. There fore the option seems to be the combination, yet in so many pictures they seem to bulge from the skin.
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Hi, I have performed many cheek augmentations, over the past 26 years and the implants do just the opposite of what you were told. Cheek implants increase (at least the ones that I use) the anterior or front section of the cheeks making it more difficult for facial tissues to sag...
Cheek implant inflammation and seroma after 2 months is probably what you have. I would drain the seroma and place u on antibiotics. If the drainage continued I would remove the implant--wait 2 months and put it back in. I would not use fat since it will not give you symmetry.
I have performed many Cheek Augmentations with dermal fillers (I prefer Perlane) and using Cheek Implants for a permanent augmentation for over 25 years. Without non-smiling photos of your face, there's no way to tell if you are a candidate for either. Fillers are a quick...
