27 Y/o Finally Getting Cheeks and Filler in Recessed Chin with Dr. Niamtu in VA

Yes, absolutely. My under eye area is not perfect but it doesn't look like two deep sad hollows like before. People do not assume I am sad when I'm not nearly as often than they used to. Actually I asked Dr. Niamtu shortly before my surgery if getting undereye fillers (Restalyn specifically) would benefit me - and I was willing to pay for it. He declined, saying he did not think it would be necessary post-op. I really appreciate that he did not take advantage when he easily could have.

:D Thanks!

Thanks. (:

Totally agree! You're gorgeous with or without!

Hey there. I'm surprised your surgeon was not forthcoming about how your facial muscles would be affected! Have you noticed the smile come back at all, even a tiny bit gradually? If you look at the update I made 3/20/16 (10 days post-op) you can see where my smile was around the same time. Basically I could could smile a bit, but not heartily or to laugh. I remember seeing one of my friends for the first time since before the surgery that day; she kept cracking jokes and my face would feel frozen when I tried to do a hearty laugh! She knew about the surgery so it was more funny than anything. My smile was probably 95% back to normal at about 19 days (you can see that post's pictures too after the previous). This does vary tremendously for most people and I imagine since you had both procedures simultaneously there is a lot more healing for your body to do. The rhinoplasty alone can cause swelling and considerable bruising around the midface (I had rhinoplasty done about 5 years before the cheek implants). Anyway, feel free to message me if you'd like to talk further. I'm sure you're doing just fine, and wish you luck with your continued recovery. (:

Yeah I can do about a half smile so I'm looking forward to the 3 week point to see if I can regain the same as you. I feel exactly like that! I try to laugh along and nothing much moves and I'm still really aware of them in there. Your results are amazing though so I'm just trying to be patient! Thank you for your reply....you have been really reassuring!

Thanks!!

Thanks. :D

Yes! Although they can be removed if necessary.

Silicone implants. I had filler in my chin but it dissipated quickly (as it always does for me). There is considerable difference but not always so easy to show in pictures.

Yes you´re right... very difficult to see through pictures... maybe if you took some more in profile would it be easier to see the silicon implants... no matter what, you looked very nice before and after :)

I have posted a few photos in profile. Will see if I can get a few more on here.

Thanks! I only had filler in the chin for now. I believe the price is around the same for cheek implants with Dr. Niamtu (+-$4500).

Whoa good luck! Keep us posted on the journey. Dr. Eppley seems wonderful too!

Be sure to post a review on the cheek implants with Eppley - I am very curious to see how you get on. Good luck!

Thank you! (:

Sure.

Thanks. Sent you one :)

this would be so fantastic and much appreciated ! <3 Im sure surgery will go smoothly.

Good luck Helricha!!

Oh wow I am SO sorry! I hope this will be the fix you need. What a journey this must have been for you!