Cheek Implants for Men

There are two types of implants:

• Solid implants
  We use a solid implant called, ‘Medpor’ – the implant placed through an incision from the buccal sulcus intraorally (within the mouth), between the gum and lip inside the mouth.  The implant placement is just above the bone and is usually stabilised by a titanium screw.
• Soft implants
  Soft tissue implants are either: using the patient’s own fat, or synthetic materials such as hyaluronic acid, as used in dermal fillers.
  

• A suitable implant is planned for the size and shape.
• The implant is soaked in an antibiotic mixture.
• An incision is made in the upper buccal sulcus.
• A tunnel is created in order to expose the area where the implant is to be placed.
• The implant is positioned and then stabilised with a titanium screw.
• An implant can be placed on its own, or as part of other aesthetic procedures.

Immediately following surgery

• Rest quietly in bed for the first 24 hours with your head raised.
• Your chin/cheek will generally be firmly taped following surgery.
• Put an ice pack on the chin for the first 4 hours.

Diet and hygiene

• Minimal talking or laughing in the first 48 hours during which time a liquid diet is best/easiest for you.
• Eat soft food during the first week.
• Use of a toothbrush may be difficult for some days but you must try your best.  Use mouthwash (warm salty water) regularly.

Pain and medication

• Pain and discomfort experienced will vary from patient to patient.
• Your Surgeon will instruct you on pain relief.
• Take antibiotics prescribed by your Surgeon.
• No Aspirin or products containing Aspirin and no Vitamin E for one week.
• For your safety, do not drive whilst taking painkillers.

Swelling and bruising

• When bending down, bend at the knees, not with your head down.
• Expect to have swelling for 2 – 3 weeks and stiffness/rigidity of the chin for approximately 1 – 2 months.
• Avoid excessive movement of the mouth and neck.

Exercise

• No heavy exercising for 3 weeks.
• In some cases there is temporary numbness of the chin/cheek due to stretching of the nerve supply.

Wound care

• Stitches are dissolvable, but if they do bother you they can be removed after 10 days.
• Gargle your mouth with warm salty water 3 times a day.
• Do not pull the lip down to inspect the sutures.

You can expect:

• Moderate discomfort, take pain killers as advised.
• Moderate swelling and bruising, sometimes more on the second or third day.

Call us if you have:

• Severe pain not responding to medication.
• Profuse swelling.
• Difficulty breathing.

If you require further advise or have any other concerns please call us on 01202 428773 or 01202 422171 (during office hours).

Men’s cheek implants, or cheek augmentation procedures at Wentworth Clinic start at £3,000+.

Unsure if cheek implants are the type of procedure you require? Contact our experienced team at Wentworth Clinic today and we’ll arrange a private consultation for you.