Cheek Lift (Malar Lift)
What is a Cheek Lift?
A cheek lift, also known as a malar lift, is a surgical procedure to improve the appearance of sagging or drooping cheeks. It can help to rejuvenate the face and make you look younger.
How is a Cheek Lift Performed?
Cheek lift surgery can be performed through an incision inside the mouth or through an incision in front of the ear. During the procedure, the surgeon lifts and tightens the cheek muscles and may also remove excess skin.
After Surgery Treatment
Recovery from a cheek lift typically takes several weeks. It’s important to follow your surgeon’s post-operative instructions carefully, which may include:
• Avoiding strenuous activity for several weeks.
• Taking pain medication as prescribed to manage discomfort.
• Attending follow-up appointments with your surgeon to monitor your healing progress.
• Avoiding strenuous activity for several weeks.
• Taking pain medication as prescribed to manage discomfort.
• Attending follow-up appointments with your surgeon to monitor your healing progress.
Things to Be Careful About
While a cheek lift can be a safe and effective way to improve your appearance, it’s important to be aware of the potential risks and complications associated with the procedure. These may include:
• Scarring: Incisions can leave visible scars.
• Asymmetrical results: It may be difficult to achieve perfectly symmetrical results.
• Numbness or loss of sensation: You may experience numbness or loss of sensation in your cheeks.
• Infection: There is a risk of infection after any surgery.
• Blood clots: There is a small risk of developing blood clots in the legs or lungs after any surgery.
If you’re considering a cheek lift, it’s important to discuss the risks and benefits with your surgeon to determine if it’s the right procedure for you.
• Scarring: Incisions can leave visible scars.
• Asymmetrical results: It may be difficult to achieve perfectly symmetrical results.
• Numbness or loss of sensation: You may experience numbness or loss of sensation in your cheeks.
• Infection: There is a risk of infection after any surgery.
• Blood clots: There is a small risk of developing blood clots in the legs or lungs after any surgery.
If you’re considering a cheek lift, it’s important to discuss the risks and benefits with your surgeon to determine if it’s the right procedure for you.