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There is typically a moderate degree of facial swelling after the placement of facial implants. Cheek implants, typically placed via an intraoral approach, will cause the patient's midface to appear swollen and puffy. The majority of swelling typically resolves in 2-3 weeks, but I explain to patients that subtle changes in cheek contour will be seen for up to 3-6 months after surgery as residual swelling resolves. Good Luck
USUALLY THIS TAKES ABOUT 3-4 WEEKS TO BE HEALED BUT A COUPLE OF MONTHS TO FULLY HEAL, CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN TO GO OVER PROCEDURE AND RECOVERY
Cheek implants are placed through an intra-oral approach, above the gum line, so there is no external incision. The Cheeks do become quite swollen and puffy after placement of the cheek implants for approximately 2 weeks. For more information and many examples, please see the link and video below
Typically, the swelling from cheek implant performed through an intra-oral approach will be a week or 2. You will however, have slight swelling for several months that people most likely will not notice. You will notice it, but most people will not. You may not be able to whistle or use a straw perfectly for a couple of months.
The style and size of a cheek implant needed to give the best result cannot be determined by just looking at photographs. The patient needs to be examined to determine the correct implant to use. You should be able to come to a decision with your surgeon on the best implant to use...
Yes, cheek implants are done safely and commonly in men. Because the implants come in different shapes and sizes, they can be customized to your face and bone structure. Men typically have a less angulated cheek prominence than women, so that is definitely taken into account when...
Cheek implants are normally placed through the mouth to enhance the cheek bones or help fill in any sunken areas below the cheek bone in the middle of the face. Once placed, the implants remain there unless removed. Placing cheek implants may not affect marionette lines at all, but...
It is normal to have some swelling 10 days after removal of cheek implants. The fat transfer you had would also cause some additional swelling. It can take several weeks to a few months for the swelling to resolve so you won't be able to see the full result of the removal until that...
Thank you for the questions. If you have an asymmetric face (from asymmetric bone structure) the best option is likely placement of a larger implant, or a different implant shape, on the smaller side. Stacking implants is not a good idea, as these will inevitably shift over time. Removing and...
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