Facial Implants

Facial implants are used to add contour and definition to people's facial structure. There are different types of facial implants that can be implanted into different areas of the face. Some people desire a more defined look to allow for certain features to stand out more or to better balance the rest of the face. A facial implant candidate may desire a chin, cheek, or jaw facial implant that can either drastically change the patient's appearance or simply be used as a means of enhancement. Using different types of facial implant material and shape a plastic surgeon will be able to find an appearance suitable for each individual patient.

When considering the idea of facial implants, it is best to find a qualified, knowledgeable plastic surgeon to consult. Explaining what the goals and desires of the facial implants are will better allow the facial implant candidate to learn if it can be achieved. The facial implant candidate can also see what type of options the plastic surgeon feels will be the most aesthetically pleasing.

The best facial implant patients will understand that there are limits to what cosmetic procedures can do and will not seek enhancement surgery to increase their self-esteem or to gain someone else's approval. An expert plastic surgeon will be able to recognize if a facial implant candidate is not seeking surgery for the right reasons and will not move forward if the surgeon does not feel confident with doing so. It is very important to be confident with the decision to have the facial implant performed or else risk being unhappy with the result.

Patients that do seek facial implants for the right reasons and are confident in their decision to have it performed can be extremely pleased with what the procedure can do to their look. Depending on what type of facial implant the patient has will determine how long the surgery will take and what type of healing and recovery time is needed. Some patients will choose to have more than one facial implant or will combine the facial implant with another type of cosmetic procedure.

The actual facial implant surgery will take under a couple hours, varying if combined with another cosmetic procedure or undergoing more than one. Facial implant surgery is successfully and safely performed all the time, however, it is extremely important to choose a surgeon based on reputation, skill, and expertise. The surgeon selection is one of the most important aspects of having a successful and aesthetically pleasing facial implant. Cosmetic procedures combine both the need for medical expertise in order to ensure a safe surgical experience in addition to the surgeon needing the eye for aesthetic beauty.

Following a facial implant the patient should expect to heal for a couple weeks. The plastic surgeon will give each patient post-operative instruction that will be individually based, varying depending on what type of facial implant the patient underwent. Swelling and bruising following a facial implant should be expected but will subside as the healing process completes itself. When the final results have finally shown, most patients will be extremely pleased with their new and improved look.

A facial implant has the ability to drastically improve the balance and manner features appear. If you would like more information on facial implants, please contact us.