Cheekbone And Chin Implants

Cheekbone (also call called "malar") augmentation can be used to better define a midface which is flat and lacking in contour.  This surgery creates higher, more prominent cheekbones by placing an implant on the cheekbone.

During the surgery, incisions are made in the mouth and the soft tissue is elevated from the cheekbone.  Next, an implant is inserted and secured to the bone and the incision is closed.

A similar procedure may be used to augment a small chin or the sides (angles) of the lower jaw.  Depending on the individual, it may be determined that a patient would be better served by having orthognathic surgery (see the link on jaw reconstruction) to bring the entire jaw forward.

These procedures are normally performed as an outpatient in the office under sedation.