Malar Implants
It has been said that beauty is only skin deep. But then, well-defined physical characteristics are also known to be the best qualities of real beauty. A strong chin and prominent cheekbones give the face definition, and may well be what every person need in order to look beautiful.
Modern technology has made “becoming beautiful” very easy and so highly achievable. Nowadays, we are now provided with a safe and permanent means of obtaining high cheekbones and correcting receding chin.
Mentoplasty or chin augmentation, and malar implants or cheek augmentation are cosmetic surgeries that work to provide patients with a more attractive and distinct look. These procedures are also done on patients with asymmetry issues or birth defects.
Malar implants are generally undergone by patients who are 38 to 50 years old, in order to enhance the facial contour and reduce sagging of the soft tissues, thereby delaying the need for face lifts.
Patients who have already been through face lifts, malar implants guarantees a more lasting result. If you are considering on having these implants, consult your surgeon and discuss this with him. During the consultation, surgeons are supposed to assess the facial structures of their patients, and explain to them what are to be expected from the procedure. Patients should be honest about their expectations so that the surgeon may be able to tell them if these are achievable or not.
Cheek implants are material made of silicone plastic which are supposed to be inserted and placed on the patient’s cheekbones. Patients who opt for these silicone cheek implants can expect a small incision done inside their mouths. Although this sounds gruesome and complicated, this type is actually a good choice especially for those who do not like to see external scars.
For individuals who only require a slight “increase” in their cheekbones, collagen injections may work well for them. The bad news about this particular alternative is that collagen is eventually going to be absorbed and follow-up injections may be required at intervals.
Another option is the use of autologous fat implants. In this method, the patient’s very own fat is used to enhance his cheeks. The fat may be sourced from the patient’s neck, thigh, abdomen, among others, and is injected to the cheeks. Although the effects of this method is temporary, they still last longer than those of collagen.
As soon as cheek bone implants are placed, the patient may feel numbness and aching, which may be accompanied by temporary swelling on the cheek areas. These may be reduced by elevating the patient’s head and applying cold compress within the initial 24 hours. Certain medications can relieve port-operative discomforts. Also, the patient can expect slight discomfort when brushing the teeth or chewing food for about a week or two.
Malar implants have been proven to be safe and are known to bring about lower risks. They are considered inexpensive, encouraging more and more people to have them. Currently, there are millions of cheek implants which are made from safe materials that have been “used” without any reported adverse reactions to these.
Most insurance plans generally do not cover cosmetic-related procedures. However, if cheek implants are done for reconstructive purposes or to correct some defects, some insurance policies may cover them entirely or in part. To avoid any disputes or problems related to this, it is recommended that patients check with their insurance providers before undergoing any procedure.
Distinct facial features are everybody’s dream. Fortunately, modern science has come up with the most innovative methods that allows all people to have these features. Skin deep or not, beauty can be everyone’s reality.