Cheekbone Implants in Toronto

Good bone structure is a contributing factor to facial harmony, which essentially equates to an attractive face. Prominent and high cheekbones create a refined, polished look. This ideal feature is appealing, as when cheeks lie flat the mid-section of the face can appear plump. If you desire the look often seen in models or celebrities, cheek implants will benefit your face. Cheek implants are fit into the cheek area through the gum line of the upper jaw and secured to overlay the existing cheek bone, enlarging the cheek. The healing process for a cheek implant surgery is quite minimal compared to most cosmetic surgeries. One week should be sufficient for most patients to feel confident in public.

Understanding Cheek Bone Surgery

Ideal patients for a cheek bone implant surgery are seeking additional height to their cheek bones, and are in good health. Potential patients should also understand all aspects of the surgery, and know what the expected outcome is for their particular case. A cheek augmentation takes as little as an hour and up to two hours to perform, often with general anesthesia or sedation and local anesthesia. Cheek implant surgery usually takes place in a surgeon=s facility or a surgical center, and the patient is able to return home after the procedure is completed.

Following this facial cosmetic surgery, bruising and swelling are a normal and expected occurrence. If pain is associated with these minor symptoms, prescription pain medication will minimize the pain. The sutures placed in the skin after surgery will be taken out in five to ten days, unless they are a special kind of suture that are absorbed into the body in about the same time. Two weeks post-operatively, the majority of the swelling will have gradually grown fainter, but may remain to a degree for four or more weeks following the cheek implant surgery. Make up will help to conceal the aftermath of the surgery until it disappears..

A week following the surgery, patients are usually able to return to their job, but activities requiring exertion must be postponed until four to six weeks following the cheek augmentation. Some possible issues that may arise with this facial cosmetic surgery are infection, a loss of sensation, hyper pigmentation, shifting or uneven cheek implants, and an additional or removal cheek implant surgery.

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