Malar / Cheek Implants
When a permanent solution is needed to add volume and dimension to the face in order to create great symmetry and proportion, facial implants may be used. Dr. Finn uses his artistic and surgical skills to choose and sculpt implants that will be perfect for your facial features.
Malar Implants
Cheek implants are sized in accordance to your other features to add volume and definition to the face. Loss of cheek volume causes an aged, tired appearance and implants can restore this volume. With the many injectable fillers available now, patients can “try on for size” a filler before committing to a permanent implant.
What to Expect with Malar Implants
This procedure can be done under IV Sedation or Local anesthesia. Dr. Finn will make small incisions inside the mouth just above the gum line.
Deciding to Schedule
You will receive a surgical quote and any clearance forms required at your consultation. Should you decide to proceed, we will connect you with our patient care coordinator, Shannon Jones. To finalize your preferred surgical date, a non-refundable, non-transferrable booking fee will be required upon scheduling. Once the surgery date is set, we schedule a pre-operative appointment two weeks prior to surgery.
Pre-Op
At your pre-op, you will have ample time to discuss your upcoming procedure in great detail and have all your questions answered. You will bring the required clearance forms to this visit unless we have already received them. We will review all pre- and post-operative care, prescribed medications, and any provisions we may give you for use pre- and post-surgery. You will review and sign the consent for surgery, and the balance will be due at the conclusion of this appointment.
What to Avoid Before Surgery
It is vitally important to avoid all blood thinning medications/supplements for two weeks prior to surgery. This includes any aspirin or aspirin-containing products as well as any anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen or naproxen (including Motrin, Aleve and Advil). Generally, you may take Tylenol (Acetaminophen). Avoid supplements such as Vitamin E, multi vitamins, and omega 3 fatty acids (fish oil and flax seed oil.) You will be given a complete list of medications/supplements to avoid at your pre-op. All these medications can contribute to bleeding problems following surgery and can increase the amount of bruising.
What Can I Do to Speed Up My Recovery Time?
We want you back to your normal routine as quickly as possible, so in addition to avoiding blood thinners, we provide our surgical patients with a supply of Arnica Montana and Vitamin K cream which are both clinically proven to help reduce bruising and swelling. Vitamin K cream applied to your skin two weeks before surgery tends to reduce bruising. Arnica Montana is a homeopathic herb that helps to reduce swelling and bruising. We also have a laser called the V Beam Perfecta that aids in speeding up stubborn bruising! It targets the pigment in the bruise, causing it to break up and dissipate much faster than on its own. We encourage surgery patients to take advantage of this laser treatment at no charge as often as you want while the bruising is still present. We will also go over surgery specific tips at your pre-op that can help speed up the down time!