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Cheek Mound Lift FAQs

What is a cheek mound lift?
A cheek mound lift is a surgical procedure designed to elevate the cheek mound area, thus minimizing the appearance of deep lip-cheek grooves. The cheek mound may be elevated using a thread or feather suspension (suture) technique or sometimes by using Gore-Tex or other permanent fillers.

Who is the best candidate for a cheek mound lift?
The best candidate for a cheek mound lift is a man or woman who is physically healthy, realistic in their expectations, and interested in reducing the appearance of deep lip-cheek grooves.

What can I expect during consultation for a cheek mound lift?
During a consultation, your surgeon should examine your face and perform a thorough medical history. He or she should discuss your options, your goals, all details of the procedure, and the potential risks.

Where is the cheek mound lift procedure performed?
The procedure may be performed in a surgeon's office, a surgical facility, or in a hospital. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), 62% of cosmetic surgery procedures performed by their member doctors in 2004 took place in an office, 21% in a hospital, and 17% in a free-standing ambulatory surgical facility.

How is a cheek mound lift performed?
An incision is made in front of the ear or beside the eye. The cheek mound is then lifted and repositioned and thread or feather suspension (suture) techniques are used. If the lip-cheek grooves are particularly deep, Gore-Tex or other permanent fillers may be inserted in the groove.

What type of anesthesia is used for a cheek mound lift?
A cheek mound lift is typically performed using general anesthesia or a combination of local anesthesia and sedation.

Where are the incisions made for a cheek mound lift?
The incisions are typically made in front of the ear or beside the eye.

Are there scars after a cheek mound lift?
Incisions will result in scars. When made in front of the ear, they tend to be less visible, though incisions made beside the eye will result in a more visible scar.

What is the recovery like after a cheek mound lift?
There is minimal downtime after a cheek mound lift when thread or feather suspension techniques are used. Procedures involving Gore-Tex or other permanent fillers may involve more of a recovery period. Patients can generally expect some amount of swelling and bruising to occur.

Does insurance cover the cheek mound lift procedure?
Insurance typically does not cover procedures that are performed for purely cosmetic reasons.

Is it possible to get financing for a cheek mound lift?
Financing is available for facial plastic surgery procedures. Your plastic surgeon should be able to provide you with further information about financing.

What should I look for in a Toronto cosmetic surgeon to perform my cheek mound lift?
It's important that you do your homework and carefully choose the surgeon to perform your procedure. First, make sure that the surgeon is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons (ABPS). This ensures that they've completed the proper training to safely conduct your procedure according ABPS standards. You can visit the ABPS's website at www.plasticsurgery.org to locate a certified plastic surgeon in your area. You should also ask any potential surgeon the following questions:

• Does the surgeon have privileges to perform surgery in an accredited hospital and, if so, which hospitals?
• How many cheek mound lift procedures has the surgeon performed?
• Where and how will the procedure be performed?
• Is the surgical facility accredited by a nation or state-recognized accrediting organization?
• What are the risks of your particular procedure?

Are there any medications that need to be avoided before surgery?
With any surgery, it's important that you monitor your medication and vitamin intake beforehand because some medications can interfere with anesthesia, inhibit recovery, or lead to blood loss or other circulation issues. Make sure that you tell your doctor prior to surgery about all medications, vitamins and herbal supplements that you take. Some medications that you may be required to stop taking may include aspirin, MAOIs, anti-inflammatory drugs, vitamin K, vitamin E, evening primrose oil, St. John's Wort, echinacea, melatonin, and others.

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