Facial Implants

Cheeks

Cheekbones are enhanced by a small implant that sits on the prominence of the existing cheekbone, referred to as the malar eminence.  The implant is inserted through an incision in the mouth, or through an incision in the lower eyelid, brow, or in front of the ear.  The incision used depends on your particular needs and other surgery that may be performed at the same time, such as an eyelid lift.

Chin

Surgery on the chin is done through an incision inside the mouth, or underneath the chin in an existing skin crease.  Through this incision, the chin is approached.  The projection of the chin is most commonly altered through the use of an implant, but it may also be changed by cutting the chin bone and shifting its position.  The incisions are then closed and a small elastic dressing is applied.  If the posterior portion of the jaw needs to be altered, this also is approached through an incision inside the mouth. 

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