What Is Cheek Augmentation?
Loss of cheek volume, especially in the "apple" and cheekbones, is an early sign of aging. Restoring this volume can lift the entire face. At Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery, the preferred method is fat transfer. One of our plastic surgeons removes fat from the hips, thighs, or abdomen via liposuction, processes it, and injects it into the cheeks. Once the transferred fat establishes a blood supply, it integrates into the cheeks and responds to weight changes naturally. For a long-lasting solution, fat grafting or cheek implants are options while dermal fillers offer a nonsurgical approach with effects lasting about two years. Contact our Pensacola, FL office to schedule a consultation, and explore how cheek augmentation can give you a fuller, younger look.
What Is the Surgical Technique?
Cheek augmentation through fat transfer in Pensacola, FL, involves harvesting fat cells from other body parts using liposuction and meticulously injecting them into the cheeks. Fat grafting to the face is usually done in the office using local anesthesia.
If there is bone loss or injury, an implant might be necessary. For implant placement, incisions can be made inside the mouth or just below the eyelashes on the lower eyelid. Once positioned, the implant is secured with screws. This is typically done in an outpatient surgery center under general anesthesia.
What Are the Benefits of Cheek Augmentation?
For those who want lifted, more accentuated cheekbones or are unhappy with regions of lost volume, cheek augmentation in Pensacola, FL allows for several great advantages to enhance and revitalize your mid-face:
- Long-lasting results
- Enhances facial balance and appearance
- Creates higher, fuller cheeks
- Very low post-procedure risks
- Fills age-related cheek depressions
- Removable or adjustable implants
- Minimal to no visible scars
- Customizable from subtle to prominent
- Provides a refreshed look
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long do the results of each cheek augmentation method last?
Cheek implants provide permanent results, making them a long-term solution for enhancing facial contours. Fat grafting results can be long-lasting, but some of the transferred fat may be reabsorbed by the body over time, potentially requiring touch-up procedures. Fillers offer temporary results, typically lasting from six months to two years, depending on the type of filler used and individual metabolism.
What should I expect during the consultation for cheek augmentation?
During your consultation, the surgeon will assess your facial structure, discuss your aesthetic goals, and review your medical history. They will explain the different augmentation options — implants, fat grafting, or fillers — and recommend the most suitable method for you. This is also the time to ask questions, view before-and-after photos, and understand the risks and benefits associated with each procedure.
Is the procedure painful?
Pain levels vary depending on the procedure. Cheek implants and fat grafting are performed under anesthesia, so you won't feel pain during the surgery. Post-operative discomfort is common but manageable with prescribed pain medications. Fillers involve minimal discomfort, often described as a slight pinch, and any soreness typically resolves quickly.
Get Full, Beautiful Cheeks
Do you have hollow or flat cheeks, or have they lost volume with age or weight loss? Contact Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery in Pensacola, FL to schedule a consultation. Our skilled plastic surgeons offer both nonsurgical and surgical cheek augmentation options to enhance your cheeks' shape and improve your appearance.