What should I know before getting a facial implant?

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A: Facial implants

Richard P. Rand, MD

 As Dr. Zubowicz has said, facial implants are generally well tolerated and are also easily removed if needed.  Chin implants are more common in my experience than cheek implants and actually neither generates a high volume at all. Perhaps you might try to augment the areas with a temporary filler... more

A: Will you benefit

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Cheek implants are easy to place and are reversible (you can take them out).  Most patients who come to my practice seeking cheek or chin implants really won't benefit from them.  I use computer imaging and examples of previous cases to allow the patient to see what changes will be effected. ... more

A: There are many things to think about but can be simplified

Philip Young, MD

Facial implants can markedly change the way you look in a good and bad way. It all depends on what you need and what your current aesthetics are. You need to have a surgeon that has an understanding of facial aesthetics. Depending on what you look like, you can place chin, cheek, jaw and periorbital implants... more

A: Today there are many options for chin and cheek implants...

D.J. Verret, MD

Today there are many options for chin and cheek implants. Some questions to ask include: 1.) What type of implant do you use? In both areas, different implant materials are available. Solid silicone, Gore-Tex, and other synthetic substances can be used for implants. In select patients, fat can be taken from... more

A: Plastic surgeon Dr. Samuel Lam provides a comprehensive...

Samuel Lam, MD

Plastic surgeon Dr. Samuel Lam provides a comprehensive review of cheek and chin implants, including information on what to expect during recovery and who is a good candidate for facial implants.

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