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Since I was 22 yrs old I'd been getting Radiesse...
Since I was 22 yrs old I'd been getting Radiesse filler in my cheeks. I loved the look, but was ready for something permanent. After a few consultations with different doctors, I was SO happy to come to realself.com and read about Dr. Oleh Slupchynskyj in NYC! After several favorable cheek augmentation reviews, I booked my consult. I was pleasantly surprised that there was no consult fee, as the previous doctors I'd seen all required one. During the consult I expressed my interest in malar implants and Dr. S listed to my concerns and answered all my questions very open and honestly. I knew he was the Dr. for me! I booked my procedure a week later, and couldn't wait!
Dr. S has a very helpful staff who also go out of their way to answer all your questions and concerns. I was even given the Dr's personal cell number if I had any further questions.
On the day of my surgery I was taken early, and met with the very friendly anesthesiologist beforehand. She also was very kind, and answered all of my questions. I felt safe and secure in the hands of Dr. S and his whole medical team that day.
The procedure went perfectly, I woke up feeling a bit groggy, but had barely any pain, and didn't feel sick, which was one of my main concerns with anesthesia. Everything went smoothly.
I was VERY swollen and a bit sore for the first 5 days. I would compare it to having your wisdom teeth removed. Nothing I couldn't handle though. I was prescribed pain meds, but only needed them the first few days, and then switched to extra strength tylenol.
By day 6 I could already tell I was going to LOVE my new high cheeks! He gave me the size that I asked for (XL) and placed them exactly where I wanted them. The swelling in my lower face was probably the worst part, but right now I am at day 12, and it has completely gone down and is back to normal. I still have a slight bruise and some yellowing of the skin under my right eye, but nothing that can't be covered with makeup.
I feel badly that so many people have had such negative experiences with cheek implants on this website. It really did scare me at first, but I am SO glad I went through with it.
More updates soon!
Dr. S has a very helpful staff who also go out of their way to answer all your questions and concerns. I was even given the Dr's personal cell number if I had any further questions.
On the day of my surgery I was taken early, and met with the very friendly anesthesiologist beforehand. She also was very kind, and answered all of my questions. I felt safe and secure in the hands of Dr. S and his whole medical team that day.
The procedure went perfectly, I woke up feeling a bit groggy, but had barely any pain, and didn't feel sick, which was one of my main concerns with anesthesia. Everything went smoothly.
I was VERY swollen and a bit sore for the first 5 days. I would compare it to having your wisdom teeth removed. Nothing I couldn't handle though. I was prescribed pain meds, but only needed them the first few days, and then switched to extra strength tylenol.
By day 6 I could already tell I was going to LOVE my new high cheeks! He gave me the size that I asked for (XL) and placed them exactly where I wanted them. The swelling in my lower face was probably the worst part, but right now I am at day 12, and it has completely gone down and is back to normal. I still have a slight bruise and some yellowing of the skin under my right eye, but nothing that can't be covered with makeup.
I feel badly that so many people have had such negative experiences with cheek implants on this website. It really did scare me at first, but I am SO glad I went through with it.
More updates soon!
Before Pic
Since a few people asked for a before picture, here you go! It was hard trying to find any photos pre-fillers to compare, but I managed to dig this one up from about 7 years ago.
More Photos
Here are some more photos (highly unflattering lol) to show the swelling/healing process!
Provider Review
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
552 Main St., Chatham, New Jersey
Dr. S is a very open and honest surgeon with a great gift for facial aesthetics! He knew exactly what I wanted without my having to even say much. He listened and answered all my questions, and made himself and his entire staff available to me when I needed them. I won't go anywhere else for facial work now!