Can Cheek Implants Help with Bulging Eyes?

As long as the commonly known medical causes have been ruled out, bulging eyes may present in several ways for cosmetic correction.  The position of the globe relative to the orbital rim is the first thing surgeons will evaluate, then, there is the relationship of the cheek fat to the orbital fat.  The muscular support must be evaluated as well as the amount of fat surrounding the eye, and the laxity of supporting ligaments, and finally, don't forget the skin conditions.  Because there are so many variables to consider, several consultations are recommended to learn about your specific anatomic structure and how these issues will be addressed. 

Cheek implants can improve the appearance of bulging eyes.  If the area below the eyes over the cheek is extremely flat or depressed, cheek implants combined with a lower blepharoplasty vs a lower blephraoplasty alone can give an enhanced aesthetic appearance.  Lower blepharoplasty alone may lead to a hollowed out appearance to your lower lid region if the cheek is not addressed. 

Bulging eyes first must be evaluated for medical conditions, such as thyroid problems or allergies. Once medical conditions have been evaluated and you are considering cosmetic improvement, then facial plastic surgery for bulging eyes have many options.

One may either add volume to the area below the lower eyelids or cheeks. Volume enhancement may be with silicone implants, facial fillers, or fat grafting. Volume may need to be removed from the eyes with fat removal of the bulges or bags. Alternatively, the eye itself can be set back by giving it more room within the skull. Standard blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery alone may not the best option, and could potentially make the eyes appear to bulge more.

Only after a comprehensive evaluation by a plastic surgeon specialist can he/she help determine appropriate options for you.