Hi, i just had cheek implants Xl malar/submalar put in on Dec7th 2010, how long will i typically have to wait, before another PS will remove this from my face, im very depressed over this, and cant function, until this nightmare is over, the original PS will not remove it. i had the implants done in Fla, but i live in Honolulu, so i am trying to find someone there who is willing to help me. Ryan
Answer: You can really remove the cheek implants anytime
There is really no period when you should wait or that is generally recommended or considered standard. What your surgeon is likely wanting you to do is to reassess your results. The swelling should go down and you may like the results later. That is probably the intent of your surgeons. So most doctors are going to want you to really make sure you want them out with the ultimate results that are going to become manifest for you. I think patience is important. But you do have options. There is no reason you can't remove them asap. I think the other doctors just want you to wait to really assess your results. You are always welcome to reach out to me for more advice or more questions.
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There is really no period when you should wait or that is generally recommended or considered standard. What your surgeon is likely wanting you to do is to reassess your results. The swelling should go down and you may like the results later. That is probably the intent of your surgeons. So most doctors are going to want you to really make sure you want them out with the ultimate results that are going to become manifest for you. I think patience is important. But you do have options. There is no reason you can't remove them asap. I think the other doctors just want you to wait to really assess your results. You are always welcome to reach out to me for more advice or more questions.
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Answer: Unhappy with cheek implants what to do? Dear Cheek Implant Patient from Honolulu, Since you just had cheek implants, I would recommend you to wait for at least another month. I believe that your surgeon also thinks the same way. There are some degrees of swelling and also you need to get used to your new look. In one month, if you feel that those implants are not for you, then go ahead and have them removed. There is no time line when an implant can be removed, they can come out at any time. Good luck and good healing
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Answer: Unhappy with cheek implants what to do? Dear Cheek Implant Patient from Honolulu, Since you just had cheek implants, I would recommend you to wait for at least another month. I believe that your surgeon also thinks the same way. There are some degrees of swelling and also you need to get used to your new look. In one month, if you feel that those implants are not for you, then go ahead and have them removed. There is no time line when an implant can be removed, they can come out at any time. Good luck and good healing
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December 29, 2010
Answer: Cheek implants removed right away.
I am thinking your Dr. is confident you will like your results if you wait for the implants to settle and for all of the swellling to subside. The ultimate decision is up to you, you can have them removed at any time. I am imagining you still have some swelling. Possibly if you wait, you may be pleased with the results.
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Answer: Cheek implants removed right away.
I am thinking your Dr. is confident you will like your results if you wait for the implants to settle and for all of the swellling to subside. The ultimate decision is up to you, you can have them removed at any time. I am imagining you still have some swelling. Possibly if you wait, you may be pleased with the results.
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January 15, 2011
Answer: Cheek Implant Removal
Dear patient,
I am sorry the results were not what you were expecting.
Cheek Implant removal can technically performed at any time. However, there are two reasons to wait at least 1 month and prefereably 6 weeks.
The first reason is that there is some post operative swelling in the early healing period which can affect the look and prevent patients from seeing the true or ultimate results.
The second reason is one of safety. While removal at any time has low risk, the earlier it is attempted, inflammation is likely to obscure the anatomy, and there is slightly higher risk to surrounding structures, such as the nerve that provides sensation to the cheek and upper lip. This is especially true if a different surgeon is removing them. A complete operative report would be helpful.
I hope this is helpful,
Ali Sepehr, MD Facial Plastic Surgeon Irvine, Orange County, California
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January 15, 2011
Answer: Cheek Implant Removal
Dear patient,
I am sorry the results were not what you were expecting.
Cheek Implant removal can technically performed at any time. However, there are two reasons to wait at least 1 month and prefereably 6 weeks.
The first reason is that there is some post operative swelling in the early healing period which can affect the look and prevent patients from seeing the true or ultimate results.
The second reason is one of safety. While removal at any time has low risk, the earlier it is attempted, inflammation is likely to obscure the anatomy, and there is slightly higher risk to surrounding structures, such as the nerve that provides sensation to the cheek and upper lip. This is especially true if a different surgeon is removing them. A complete operative report would be helpful.
I hope this is helpful,
Ali Sepehr, MD Facial Plastic Surgeon Irvine, Orange County, California
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February 12, 2015
Answer: Failed cheek implants
You can have them removed at any time. Your cheek fullness can be restored down the road with a midface lift or cheek lift.
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February 12, 2015
Answer: Failed cheek implants
You can have them removed at any time. Your cheek fullness can be restored down the road with a midface lift or cheek lift.
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