Cheek Implants
High cheekbones have traditionally been a sign of beauty. Unfortunately, not everyone is born with that look. The procedure consists of placing a synthetic implant over the natural cheekbone. Men also frequently seek this procedure to correct flatness in the mid face. As is the case with chin augmentation, the operation is frequently combined with other cosmetic procedures such as nose surgery or a facelift. Additionally, it is frequently combined with chin augmentation.
A small incision is made inside the mouth in the crease above the upper lip. A sterile implant, similar to the consistency of the natural cheekbone, is placed over the natural cheekbone to increase its projection. The implant is secured and the incision is sutured closed.
After healing, the skin drapes smoothly over the implants. The implants themselves conform to the bone and are usually undetectable. The cheek implants can be expected to mimic natural high cheekbones.
