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Chin & Cheek Implants

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Do you wish your face had a more balanced look? Does your chin recede and get lost underneath your nose and smile? Does your face appear rounded, lacking strong cheekbones and definition? Many women and men increase their self-confidence and attain a more defined facial appearance with chin and cheek implant plastic surgery in Boca Raton. In 2006 alone, over 23,000 people chose chin or cheek implant surgery.

You can be assured that you are in good hands when you request a FREE consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Schuster. A patient, caring plastic surgeon, Dr. Schuster will consider your individual needs carefully and let you know all of your facial sculpting options.

The Basics – Boca Raton Chin & Cheek Implants

Chin and cheek implants, collectively called facial implants, balance your facial features by building up areas that appear weak or undersized. Women and men, from teenagers to seniors, appreciate the improved facial contours that chin and cheek implant plastic surgery in Boca Raton provides.

If you are interested in chin and cheek implants, chances are there are additional improvements you'd like to make to your face. Dr. Schuster often combines this procedure with a Boca Raton facelift, nose surgery, or eyelid surgery to create an overall balanced and proportioned look to the face.

Your Procedure, Your New Look

Dr. Schuster specifically selects the proper size and shape of facial implants that will enhance your facial structure with plastic surgery in Boca Raton. For chin implant surgery, Dr. Schuster creates a small incision either out of sight just under the chin, or inside the mouth along the lower lip. He then creates a pocket behind the chin and inserts the implant. For cheek implant surgery, Dr. Schuster makes incisions inside the mouth or lower eyelid through which he inserts the implants and secures them in place. Each procedure usually takes him under an hour to perform. After surgery Dr. Schuster places a dressing over the surgical areas for support, and to minimize swelling and discomfort.

If he performs your implant surgery in conjunction with other facial sculpting procedures such as a facelift or brow lift, Dr. Schuster can insert the implants through the same incisions. The length of the entire surgery increases with additional procedures, but patients benefit from a single recovery period.

Dr. Schuster Answers Your Questions

With more facial sculpting procedures and technologies available than ever before, it's an exciting time to consider your cosmetic options. I look forward to meeting you at your consultation appointment. I'll take the time to get to know you and give you enough information to decide whether chin and cheek implants can help you achieve your desired look. Here are a few common questions people ask me about chin and cheek implants in Boca Raton.

Can I get a facelift along with chin and cheek implants plastic surgery in Boca Raton?

Yes. Many patients choose to have a complete facial enhancement by having a face lift, nose surgery, or other facial sculpting procedures performed during a single surgical session. The added benefit is that they have only one recovery period.

How long is the recovery period?

Most people return to work in just 3 to 5 days. Keep in mind that your recovery time will increase if other cosmetic procedures are performed as well. Most facial implant cosmetic surgery patients in Boca Raton have some discomfort, swelling, and bruising around the surgical area for a few days. You can expect some temporary difficulty with smiling, talking, or moving your mouth. I will remove any external stitches usually about 7 days after the procedure and stitches inside the mouth usually dissolve within 10 days.

Are there any special restrictions I might need to make after facial implant surgery?

You might need to avoid the following while recovering from facial implant surgery:

  • Avoid smoking to minimize the chance of bleeding complications or infection
  • Limit sports and other activities that might bump your face for several weeks
  • Sleep only on your back and keep your head elevated during sleep for 5 to 10 days
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while on pain medication
  • Stay out of the sun and heat for about a month

Looking forward to finding out more? Just request a FREE appointment with Dr. Schuster online, or give us a call at (561) 912-9191. At Schuster Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton, we serve patients from Delray Beach, Palm Beach, Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale, Boynton Beach and other South Florida communities.