Facial Implants - Cheek (Malar)

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Facial Implants - Cheek (Malar)

Facial contours are amongyour most noticeablefeatures. Some individualsmay be unhappy with howthey look as a result ofcongenital defects or injuryto the face, while others aresimply dissatisfied with theirappearance. Cheekimplants, also known asmalar implants, can restoresmooth, round contours tothe cheeks to create aproportional and balancedappearance.

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IntroductionFacial contours are among your most noticeable features. Someindividuals may be unhappy with how they look as a result ofcongenital defects or injury to the face, while others are simplydissatisfied with their appearance. Cheek implants, also known asmalar implants, can restore smooth, round contours to the cheeksto create a proportional and balanced appearance.

Cheek (Malar) ImplantsMalar implants are made of soft, solid silicone or poroussubstances that may allow integration with surrounding tissues.These implants are frequently chosen to enhance areas of the facefor the following reasons:

• areas of the face are asymmetrical• an area of the face is not well developed• an area of the face is malformed due to a health condition• an area of the face has lost volume as part of the normal agingprocess

Appropriate for young patients who would like to improve thebalance of facial features, or older patients seeking to restorevolume to sunken regions, cheek implants improve or accentuatethe appearance by restoring balance and enhancing your naturalcontours.



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Incision and Pocket CreationThe cheek, or malar, implant procedure is usually performedthrough an incision inside the upper lip or in the natural crease ofthe lower eyelids below the lower eyelash. You should discuss thebenefits of each type of incision with your physician. Thisanimation demonstrates the procedure in which the incision ismade inside the upper lip. To begin, your physician makes anincision near the top of the gums. Then the soft tissue is elevated,and a pocket is created. The pocket is usually positioned directlyover the cheekbone, but your physician may adjust the positionslightly to produce optimal results for the shape of your face.

Implant PlacementMalar implants are pliable, which allows them to be insertedthrough a small opening. Your physician will insert and carefullyposition sterile, triangular shaped implants, ensuring the proper fitinside each pocket. In some cases, small surgical screws are usedto attach the implants to bone. Once an implant is in place, yourphysician will verify that it looks natural and balanced, making anynecessary adjustments. When satisfied, your physician will closethe incisions with dissolvable sutures. Tape may be applied tosecure the implants during healing.



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RecoveryYou will likely experience some tightness and swelling for a fewdays, and some people experience numbness in the implant areafor several weeks. The sutures inside your mouth will dissolve, andthe stabilizing tape will be removed after about seven days. Whileyou may feel well enough to resume work and light activities inless than a week, you should avoid strenuous physical activity oractivities that may jar or bump the implant areas for several weeks.

ResultsYou will notice results from facial implant procedures immediately.As the swelling subsides, the area that received the implant willsoften and begin to look more natural. Your muscle movementshould not be affected. The implants are placed so that they areunlikely to shift, and the tissue surrounding the implants will stretchto comfortably accommodate them over the following months. Withmalar implants, you can achieve the shape, definition, and cheekcontours that you have always wanted.



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