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We are fortunate to have a self-imaging computer at your disposal during your consultation allowing us to project your area(s) of concern on the screen. Various options of structure change can be added or erased!
This is a wonderful opportunity to get an “idea” of how cheek implants would harmonise your facial structure.
Cheek implants are silicone plastic shapes designed to rest on the patient’s own cheekbones. These are usually inserted via a small incision inside the mouth. There is, therefore, no visible external scarring.
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Collagen injections can be used if a small increase is required. Unfortunately, collagen is gradually absorbed by the body and top-up injections will be necessary at intervals.
With autologous fat implants, the patient’s own fat can be used to augment the cheek. The donor fat can be taken from the abdomen, thigh, neck etc and injected through a wide bore needle into the cheek area. This procedure is not permanent, but, seems to last longer than collagen.
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With the patient's best interest at heart, it is the strict policy of this Hospital, that no unqualified personnel are used even for preliminary consultation or counselling; the Hospital refers all patients directly to the Surgeon himself.
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Post-operative problems are uncommon, but the following complications can occur. A full discussion with your consulting surgeon is advised. Cheek implants can move out of position to give an asymmetrical appearance to the face. This is more likely to happen during the early post-operative phase. Infection can also occur in the post-operative period. The implant has to be removed and the infection effectively treated before re-insertion.
Finally, cheek implants can produce a dramatic improvement in suitable cases and the result is permanent. Higher cheekbones tend to make people more photogenic. Collagen injections and fat transfer produce a more subtle effects which will change back with time, unless kept ‘topped-up’.
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It is important you realise that the results may not be immediately apparent until after the swelling and bruising are gone and the scars soften.
It is not surprising that some patients are disappointed and depressed at first. This is normal and should not alarm you.
It is not easy to be bruised and swollen when your expectations are toward improving your appearance. Fortunately this period passes quickly.
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All surgery carries some uncertainty and risk. But, fortunately, when a facelift is performed complications are infrequent, but, must be treated promptly. Individuals vary greatly in their anatomy, their physical reactions and their healing abilities and the outcome is never completely predictable. Complications that can occur include:
Haematoma: (a collection of blood under the skin) which must be removed and this usually occurs immediately after surgery during your stay in the hospital.
Nerve Injury: Numbness of the skin in front of the ears and cheeks is routine, but, some patients will be aware of this in a wider area over the ears and neck. Recovery takes place over a course of three to six months. Injury to the nerves that control the facial muscles are usually temporary.
This is usually a concussion caused by stretching and will recover within a period of six to eight weeks. Very occasionally this facial weakness can be permanent, producing either an asymmetric smile or an inability to raise the eyebrow. This major complication is in our experience extremely rare.
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All our work is carried out under the strictest clinical safety procedures. We have formal certification of approval from the Cambridgeshire Area Health Authority, as well as all necessary licenses, Environmental Health, Fire, Health and Safety approvals.
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Infection and poor healing: Infection is again a very rare complication and always responds to antibiotics. Poor healing of the skin is most likely to affect smokers. Occasionally, small persistent lumps may appear in the cheeks two to three weeks after surgery as the swelling goes down, this is scarring under the skin and no specific treatment is required as they always resolve and flatten spontaneously over a period of weeks.
Scars: Scars are usually fine and well hidden. But in some individuals the scars may tend to thicken, itch and become red six to twelve weeks. Such hypertrophic scars can be helped by incisions. The most obvious scars are behind the ear where tension is maximal. You would be advised not to wear your hair tied up or back for at least six months, in order that your hair can flow forwards and cover these scars. Men may find they have to shave behind the ears because of the repositioned beard.
Having a facelift does not stop the clock, your face will age with time and you may wish to repeat the procedure five or ten years down the line. However the effects of even one facelift are lasting and you will continue to look better that if you had never had a facelift at all.
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This web site has been prepared to give a basic understanding of the procedure before a consultation takes place, and to cover many of the questions frequently asked about this type of cosmetic surgery. Final decisions should not be made until an individual assessment has taken place with the surgeon.
There is no obligation on the part of the patient to undergo surgery by attending for consultation. If you have any further questions or would like to arrange a consultation please do not hesitate to .
43 Cambridge Road
Cambridge, SG8 5QD
(P) 01223 208 085
(F) 01223 208 251
(E) contact@cambridgeprivatehospital.co.uk
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Pre and Post Operative Instructions on Cheekbone Augmentation (Malar Implants)
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