Facial Implants

Procedure Description:
Facial implants consists of a number of different implants to enhance facial proportions, contours, and definition.  Plastic surgeons use these implants to help create increased confidence by providing a more balanced look on a patient’s face.  Facial implants come in many different varies in size, placement, and material.  Some of these facial cosmetic implants include those for the cheeks, chin, jaw, and lips.

Time Required:
Depending on the type of facial implant, surgery can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours.

In/Out Patient Info:
Outpatient.

Side Effects:
Facial implants side effects vary depending on where the facial implant is being inserted.  However, common side effects with facial implants include temporary numbness, restricted jaw movement, bruising, or swelling.

Risks:
All cosmetic surgical procedures carry risk and facial implants are no exception.  While, not typical these risks include infection, bleeding, and reaction to anesthesia. Specific facial cosmetic implant risks can include the shifting of the implant, asymmetry, and even nerve damage.

Duration of Results:
Facial implant surgery results are generally considered to be permanent, but can depend on the material being used.

Insurance Info:
In very rare cases of facial deformity caused by trauma or birth defects, facial cosmetic implants may be considered a necessity, and justifying the need for insurance involvement.

Discomfort Level:
After facial implant cosmetic surgery, pain is evident, but usually persists for no longer than a week. Over-the-counter pain medication can assist even the most sever pain caused by facial implant insertion.

Anesthesia:
With facial implants, anesthesia is usually general, although local anesthesia with sedation may be an option.

Can be Combined With:
For enhanced results, facial implants can be combined with: Facelift. Cheek Lift, Brow Lift, Forehead Lift, Blepharoplasty, and Rhinoplasty.

Also Known As:
Chin implants. Cheek implants. Jaw implants. Lip implants.