Aging often causes fatty tissue to move downwards in the midface, leading to volume loss and heavier nasolabial folds. Cheek augmentation, using implants, enhances cheekbones and facial balance. It can be done alone or with procedures like eyelid surgery or laser treatments for comprehensive facial rejuvenation. Alternatives include fat grafting or filler injections for similar effects.
The Cheek Implant Procedure
Prior to any surgery, you will be given a consultation discussing your procedure plans, questions and concerns. Then you will be given a quote, and can schedule the procedure should you choose. Performed as an out-patient procedure in our private, accredited, office-based ambulatory surgical facility, cheek augmentation is generally performed with IV sedation and takes up to 1 hour. The surgeon will first make a small incision inside the upper lip and the implants are then carefully inserted into the cheek area.
