Capriotti Cosmetic and Laser Surgery - Submalar Augmentation Frequently Asked Questions

THE TYPICAL PATIENT

A flatness of the cheeks and lack of width or fullness to the face.
Sunken cheek bones.
A desire for a fuller, rounder, chiseled or contoured look.

THE PROCEDURE

Anesthesia is a light general anesthetic.
The procedure is done in the outpatient surgical center and is very comfortable.
It involves a very inconspicuous well hidden incision high up inside the mouth and is about one inch long.
There are no dressings or bandages necessary.
This can be combined with other plastic surgical procedures.

THE RECOVERY

You can go home and resume normal activities within days.
You can shower on the next day after surgery.
There is only minimal pain that is mostly gone by the next day and usually requires only minimal medications.
Swelling is mild to moderate and peaks at two to three days then disappears rapidly over the next three weeks.
Minimal or no bruising is the usual.
There are no stitches to remove.
There is minimal time off work.

THE RESULT

Beautiful, balanced and proportioned result and contour.
Lasts the rest of your life and always looks better than if you didn't do it.
Natural and presentable appearance almost immediately that just continues to get better.

Q: WOULD AN IMPLANT SUIT ME?

A: Not everyone is a candidate for cheek implants or malar augmentation. Malar augmentation is performed to add definition to the face and to help improve facial harmony. A number of different types implants are available. Your natural cheek structure and the desired result will determine the type of implant suitable for your needs.

Q: WHAT ABOUT THE PROCEDURE?

A: The incision is placed between the upper gums and the cheek, the soft tissue is elevated, and a pocket is created over the cheekbone in which the implant will be placed. Local anesthetics with mild intravenous sedation, or twilight anesthesia is given during the procedure so that you are comfortable. The surgery is performed in an office based surgery center that is state accredited.

Q: WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTER THE PROCEDURE?

A: You will experience some swelling for about two weeks and it may be difficult to chew. Numbness or tightness may be experienced for several weeks after the procedure. Bruising or discoloration is minimal.