Facial implants usually only provide four to eight millimeters of additional support to the jaw, chin or cheek but they can have a rather profound effect on the look of the face. Even small implants can make the face look younger, healthier...

and more attractive. For those with congenital facial defects or who have experienced a traumatic facial injury, facial implants can help redefine the shape of the face and create are more standard appearance. Facial implants are often combined with other cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries such as a facelift and bone transfers leading toward a marked difference in the appearance of the face. Cheek, jaw and chin implants can give men a more “chiseled” look which is desirable in most western cultures. Implants in women can create a more youthful appearance and minimize the unappealing sag of extra fat in the face. While the changes may appear rather striking to you, others may not recognize that you have had the surgery at all. Whether others notice the precise way that your face has changed, many will be able to see that you look better after the facial implant surgery.

 

There is a considerable amount of swelling and bruising that occurs with facial implants and the end result will not be immediately apparent. It may take several weeks or even months until your face has healed to the point that you will be able to see the lasting result of the surgery.