Cheek Implants Appear Too Large

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I am at the end of week 1 post cheek augmentation. I have considerable swelling across the mid face from upper lip to lower eyelids. The cheek implants have a large, rimmed appearance and I look like a cartoon character. Is it normal for implants to appear "too large" at this point in time?

Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

Hard to say anything without photos.  You are very early on in the course.  It is too early to say anything about a final result. Commonly there is swelling for a significant time after surgery.  Please continue to follow up with your plastic surgeon.  Let him/her know your concerns.

Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired) · Answer

Swelling will make your implants look too large 1 week after surgery. "Chipmunk Cheeks" are possible right after mid-face surgery. It can take 6 weeks before you start to see your final result. Patiently enjoy your impovement.

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