Our plastic surgeons use facial implants to improve and enhance facial contours. Frequently, these implants will help provide a more harmonious balance to your face and features so that you feel better about the way you look.
There are many implants available, manufactured from a variety of materials. They may help strengthen a jawline or bring the chin or cheekbones into balance with the rest of the face.
Our plastic surgeon will frequently use such implants to bring better balance to the features of a younger patient. For instance, a teenage girl may want her nose reshaped or her chin brought forward so that these traits are better proportioned. The more mature patient may choose to have an implant placed in conjunction with another cosmetic procedure. For example, during a facelift, a patient may wish to have implants placed over the cheekbones to help restore a more youthful appearance. Implants may also be selected to fill out a face that appears "sunken" or tired.
Facial implants can produce some remarkable changes. Problems rarely occur, but you need to be informed about such possibilities. Our plastic surgery team will cover the risk possibilities with you during your consultation. In addition, our plastic surgeon will explain the details of your proposed surgery, including the cost and what to expect during your recovery.
Your operation will take place in our Peoria Ambulatory Surgery Center. Sometimes, your plastic surgeon may require that you stay overnight. Your doctor will make such a recommendation based on your overall medical condition and whether another cosmetic procedure was performed simultaneously with the facial implant surgery.
All surgical procedures carry the possibility of risk and uncertainty. Side effects and possible risks include infection, bleeding, scarring, swelling, bruising, numbness to the area, tight and/or dry skin, asymmetry, and possible nerve damage. It is important to discuss your medical history during your initial consultation. A thorough discussion with your physician of risks and benefits as well as your expectations will be completed prior to your surgery.
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