CHIN JAW CHEEK Implants with LIPO - Agoura Hills, CA

I've realized that realself.com has helped me make a lot of choices so I think it is fair that I tell my experience. I believe I am an okay looking guy but my lower part of my face is too short, it bothers me. my face is too round and my cheeks are too chubby. I feel uncomfortable smiling because my "malar fat pad" is too big. I've been told it is very difficult and risky to reduce that area but I will have my first personal consult tomorrow with Dr. Edward Terino. I flew in from Texas to LA because I've researched and realized he is the best facial plastic surgeon in the country if not the world. He has been very insightful and has taken time video chatting on my possibilities.

My consult with Dr T was unbelievable. We spent 4 hours going over my options on the size of implants. He was very thorough explaining everything about the implants and procedure. We finally came to an agreement and understanding and I walked out of the office completely confident that I was going to get exactly what I wanted.

Yay! The surgery lasted around 8 hours. I had no complications with the surgery or anesthesia. Dr T spoke to me afterward and explained everything. I was out the door and back to my hotel 20 minutes after waking up. I went with 14mm custom jaw implants, Terino Style 2 chin and 5mm high cheek implants. The pain was intense! After 4 hours and a few painkillers my pain went down and has been very very mild since. I would say the only thing I have felt is discomfort due to the swelling. I am 5 days post surgery. Swelling is still bad but improving. I saw Dr T for a follow up 2 days ago and is pleased. I will go be going tomorrow to remove the stitches. I am nervous to see how I will turn out but recovery will take some time. I will keep updates on my recovery.