Cheek Lift Surgery
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REASONS TO UNDERGO THIS PROCEDURE
The cumulative effects of aging, weight changes, and even certain lifestyle habits can result in sagging cheeks, which can also affect the lower eyelids and the folds around the nose and mouth (also known as laugh lines). And since the cheek area makes up half of your overall face, these effects can drastically distort your facial symmetry and add years to your appearance.
With a cheek lift surgery, patients can expect significant improvement in the following cosmetic concerns:
- Drooping cheeks
- Undefined cheekbones
- Puffy or sagging lower eyelids
- Prominent nasal folds
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
Dr. Jacob Sedgh is a double-board certified facial plastic surgeon who is known for delivering natural-looking results that meet the patient’s individual aesthetic goals. He achieves this through extreme attention to detail, surgical precision, and methodical artistry. Under his care, patients can expect the following benefits:
- Improved cheek contours
- Smoother undereye area
- Reduced wrinkles and fine lines
- Slimmer facial appearance
OUR PRACTICE
- Interview on medical history and relevant lifestyle habits
- Complete physical assessment
- Explanation of the procedure and techniques that may be used
- Discussion on a specific procedure plan
CHEEK LIFT SURGERY PROCEDURE
A cheek lift can be performed using a variety of techniques, including the deep plane method or endoscopic approach. In most cases, sutures or endotine fixation devices are used to keep the cheek in its newly lifted position. It usually involves the use of local or general anesthesia, or even twilight anesthesia. Dr. Sedgh will choose the best technique and anesthetic options based on the complexity of the surgery and on the patient’s specific needs and unique facial anatomy.
Once you have been sedated, Dr. Sedgh will begin by creating minimal incisions, typically above each ear and behind the hairline. He may also opt to create incisions beneath the lower eyelashes and on the gum line inside the upper lip.
Next, Dr. Sedgh will carefully lift the skin, underlying fat, and muscle of the cheek area to resuspend them to a higher position, making sure to avoid an overdone or overly pulled look. He will then secure them in place using sutures or fixation devices, as previously mentioned.
A brow lift is often combined with the cheek lift surgery to achieve an even more youthful look. Meanwhile, for those with significant loss of volume in the cheek area that cannot be improved by a simple lift, implants or fat grafts can be used for added plumpness.
RECOVERY
To ensure proper healing and recovery, you will be advised to diligently follow the aftercare measures and take the prescribed medications. In about two to three weeks, your face should be healed enough to make you appear more socially presentable.
Dr. Sedgh is committed to providing stellar patient-centered care throughout the entire surgical process, from your first consultation to the last day of your recovery. This means that he will personally follow up on your progress by scheduling regular post-op appointments beginning on the first postoperative day, up to a year or so after.
COMFORT & TRANSPARENCY FROM START TO FINISH
When under our care, Dr. Sedgh always ensures you feel comfortable, cared for, well-informed about every aspect of your upcoming treatment, whether surgical or non-surgical. With an approach which focuses on achieving refreshed, natural-looking results, Dr. Sedgh prides himself on always acting with transparency, honesty, and the highest level of ethical treatment, from start to finish.