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Cheek
Augmentation / Cheek Implants Surgery |
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Cheek Augmentation /
Cheek Implants is a common procedure used to bring
balance to the facial structure by way of correcting a deficient
cheek area due to congenital deficiency, age-related bone resorption
or facial trauma. A weak cheek structure can make your face appear
drawn and gaunt. It may also give the appearance of a 'fleshy' lower
face. The end result should be a balanced relationship between the
structure of the face. |
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What does Cheek
Implant Surgery Involve? |
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The method of inserting and
positioning your implant will depend on your preferences, anatomy
and your surgeon's recommendation. |
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How long does cheek
augmentation surgery take?
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Cheek augmentation is an operation
that usually takes 1.5 hours to complete using a general anesthetic
and normally includes an overnight stay at the hospital. In certain
circumstances it can be performed as a day case. |
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What can I expect
from the surgery? |
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Your expectations need to be
realistic. Most patients are pleased with the outcome and find they
gain a feeling of increased self-confidence. The overall achievement
will be having a completely natural look that balances the look of
your face. |
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Recovery after the surgery |
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What will happen in
the recovery period? |
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You will feel tired and sore for a few
days and will have slight swelling and bruising which is only
natural. Most of your discomfort will be subsided with prescription
medication. You will have follow-up visits in the months after
surgery to check on your progress. |
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What is the
recovery time from Cheek implant surgery? |
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This will depend on the individual
patient however most patients are able to go back to work after a
couple of days. Although you can walk about and do very light
activities from the next day it is advisable not to do anything
strenuous for 7-10 days. The average recovery time is between 1-2
weeks. |
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