Cheek Implants
Your cheeks play a significant role in shaping how your face looks, contributing to a youthful and balanced appearance. Cheek implants are a popular option to give you more full and defined cheeks.
Cheek Implants in Reno, NV
There are several reasons why you might consider cheek augmentation. Maybe your cheeks are naturally on the flatter side. Maybe you’ve lost volume in your cheeks as a result of age. Or maybe you’ve lost a significant amount of weight causing volume depletion in your cheeks.
Whatever your reason, implants or fillers offer a way to add volume and definition, create youthful plumpness, and restore a more natural contour to your face.
Types of Cheek Implants
There are three main types of cheek implants that address different aesthetic goals. Dr. Virden and our team will discuss your options to choose the best type for you.
Types of cheek implants include:
Cheek Implants vs. Cheek Fillers
Cheek implants are a permanent solution, surgically inserted into your cheekbone for lasting results. Implants are an ideal option if you’re seeking a more dramatic, long-term change in your cheek volume and definition. The implants themselves are made from medical-grade silicone or porous polyethylene, which are synthetic materials.
Cheek fillers are temporary injectable substances—like hyaluronic acid—that diminish over one to two years. Fillers are great if you want more subtle minor corrections to volume enhancement. They’re also minimally invasive compared to the surgery required with implants.
Ideal Cheek Implant Candidates
Cheek implant surgery is ideal if you seek a more balanced and defined facial structure. Ideal candidates may experience deflated cheek volume which may be present from birth, develop with age due to collagen loss, or occur after significant weight loss. Flat cheeks contribute to that gaunt or tired appearance.
Compared to injectable fillers, cheek implants provide a permanent solution for enhancing cheek volume, making implants ideal if you’re seeking a lasting correction and are comfortable with undergoing a surgical procedure.
If you think you may be a good candidate for cheek implants, you can book an appointment with our team today.
What to Expect During Cheek Implant Surgery
During your cheek implant surgery, you’ll be under general anesthesia. The procedure takes about one hour.
Dr. Virden will make small incisions, often inside your mouth along your gum line or underneath your lower eyelid. He will strategically place these incisions to minimize scarring. He then creates a pocket over your cheekbone where he places the implant to fit snug against your bone. The incisions are closed and dressed for optimal healing.
Post-Surgical Care and Recovery
You can expect some swelling and bruising that peaks within a few days and subsides over a week or two. Pain medication can alleviate discomfort and you’ll need to prioritize rest for the first few weeks.
You’ll have follow-up appointments with Dr. Virden to monitor healing and address any concerns. Most swelling resolves within four to six weeks, with final results becoming evident in three to six months as your implants settle. Our team will provide specific post-operative instructions to ensure a smooth recovery.
Cheek Implant FAQs
What Are Cheek Implants?
Cheek implants are solid, biocompatible materials, like silicone or polyethylene, that are surgically placed within your cheekbone to enhance volume and definition. This option is ideal for those seeking a dramatic and long-lasting correction to achieve fuller, more sculpted cheeks.
How Long Do Cheek Implants Last?
Cheek implants are designed to be a permanent solution for enhancing cheek volume and definition. While they are durable, natural aging and weight fluctuations can affect their overall longevity.
Are Cheek Implants Better Than Fillers?
There is no “better” option as the choice is ultimately up to your goals. If you desire a long-lasting and dramatic change, then implants are a better choice. For a more subtle enhancement that doesn’t require surgery, fillers may be a better option. Dr. Virden and our team will talk with you to discuss your goals and determine the best solution.
Do Cheek Implants Look Natural?
Yes, with a skilled surgeon like Dr. Virden and the right implant selection, cheek implants can achieve very natural-looking results that enhance your facial definition without appearing overly sculpted or artificial.
Does Insurance Cover Cheek Implants?
Cheek implants are considered an elective surgery and are not covered by insurance.
How Long Does Filler Last in the Cheeks?
Cheek fillers last between one to two years. To maintain your desired level of cheek volume, repeat injections are necessary.
What Does Cheek Filler Do?
Cheek fillers are injectable substances used to enhance the appearance of your cheeks. They offer a non-surgical way to increase volume, enhance definition, improve balance, and reduce wrinkles.
Do Cheek Fillers Lift Your Face?
Cheek fillers can create the illusion of a lifted face, but it’s important to understand that fillers primarily add volume to your cheeks. This restored volume plumps up your midface area, which can indirectly create a lifting effect on your overall appearance.
Get full, beautiful cheeks
You do not have to settle for the flat, deflated cheeks that you see in the mirror. Transform your cheeks, your face, and your entire appearance with quality cheek implants. Our medical team is highly experienced and looks forward to helping you get back that youthful look with full cheeks that you desire. Give us a call today to schedule a consultation.