Chin And Cheek Implants
All faces have a degree of asymmetry. Facial asymmetry can result from congenital (since birth) or traumatic causes. The use of facial implants can have a dramatic effect on the contour and symmetry of the face, helping to accentuate desired features. This can transform the face and help regain facial harmony.
The Technique Of Cheek And Chin Augmentation
There are several types of implants, and the approaches associated with each can vary. Most implants can be placed under local anesthesia, sedation, or a general anesthetic. The placement of implants often complements other procedures, including rhinoplasty, facelift or neck liposuction, and can be performed simultaneously.
The Recovery
The following day, Dr. Shadfar—our facial plastic surgeon in Oklahoma City—will see the patient in clinic and check all incisions as well as go over all wound care measures dependent on the approach taken. Patients should expect swelling following placement of facial implants, which resolves after the first week. Patients usually have minimal downtime of one week before returning to work, and we ask those patients traveling from out of town to stay for routine checks during this time period.
“My experience with Dr. Shadfar and the results of my surgery far exceeded my expectations. He and his office staff are kind, respectful and encouraging. You won’t regret investing in yourself.”
Non-Surgical Chin And Cheek Augmentation
There are alternatives to the surgical placement of facial implants for patients desiring minimally invasive enhancement. Dr. Shadfar offers many non-surgical dermal filler treatments to augment the facial features without the excessive recovery time associated with major surgeries. These timely in-office procedures can provide subtle additions of volume to the cheeks, chin, jawline, under-eye hollows, temples, or other areas, while also filling in prominent creases, wrinkles, and facial lines.
Dermal filler injections performed at the Aesthetic Institute of Oklahoma can be an excellent way to add volume and contour to the facial features for natural-looking results lasting anywhere from 6 to 18 months before touch-up treatments are necessary. Each state-of-the-art dermal filler, which includes products in the JUVÉDERM® and Restylane® family, has an advanced formulation optimized to treat the targeted area of concern. The process involves meticulous injection of the chosen filler until the desired contour is achieved. If you are interested in non-surgical facial augmentation, please inquire with Dr. Shadfar about your options.
