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Are There Any Risks for Removing Silicone Cheek Implants? Cost?

asked 1 year ago by vivresavie in San Diego, CA
Latest answer by Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
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Tags: silicone implant, costs, removal

Only a month has gone by and I know I made the wrong decision. The implant was inserted through my lower eyelid. I don't like the look or the feel. I would also like to know a ballpark price for the procedure. Thank you.

3 answers to Are There Any Risks for Removing Silicone Cheek Implants? Cost?

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Cheek Implants, Cheek Augmentaion, Cheek Enhancement, Cheek Fillers, Perlane, Radiesse

You didn't mention if the Cheek Implants were silastic, medpore or something else.  I have performed Cheek Implant Surgery for over 20 years and won't take medpore implant cases any longer because I just can't get the implants out.  Medpore fuses with the underlying bone in as little as 1 month making standard remoavl procedures impossible.  They have to be literally ground down off of the bone.  If your Cheek Implants are silastic, yes they can be removed... more
Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

drfrancispalmer.com

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Silicone cheek implant removal risks and cost

The first place to start would be the surgeon who performed the procedure.  He would know best, what was done.  We are always happy to listen to our patients and what they like or don't like about their procedure.  Good communication both before and after the procedure is key to obtaining wonderful results for our patients.  Sometimes, it may be something that just requires clarification such as postoperative swelling.  Sometimes letting the... more
Ali Sepehr, MD

Irvine Facial Plastic Surgeon
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"Buyer's Remorse and Change of Heart one month after Cheek Implants

Regarding :  "Are There Any Risks for Removing Silicone Cheek Implants? Cost? Only a month has gone by and I know I made the wrong decision. The implant was inserted through my lower eyelid. I don't like the look or the feel. I would also like to know a ballpark price for the procedure. Thank you" You should really discuss this with your surgeon. All operations are associated with inseparable potential risks and most Plastic surgeons are reluctant to become... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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