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- BOTOX Cosmetic
- Restylane
- Perlane
- Juvederm Ultra
- Juvederm Ultra Plus
- Radiesse
- Sculptra
- TCA Chemical Peel
- Cosmelan Mask
- Refinity Peel
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facial
implants overview |
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introduction |
facial
implants permanently enhance features such as cheeks or
jaw bone with poor definition or inadequate bony projection |
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often
combined with... |
rhinoplasty,
fat transfer, eyelid
surgery, chemical peel,
or facelift |
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incision
placement & surgery details |
incision
depends on location of implant, but can often be done
through the inside of the mouth to avoid visible scarring |
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anesthesia |
general,
or local with IV sedation |
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surgical
facility |
usually
outpatient surgery center |
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length
of surgery |
1
to 2 hours |
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discomfort
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moderate |
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what
to expect after surgery |
numbness,
swelling, bruising, difficulty chewing; back to work in
about a week |
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risks |
permanent
numbness, nerve irritation, implant shifting, asymmetry,
scar tissue contraction |
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variations
and techniques |
implant
options include injectables, porous or solid implant materials,
or grafts taken from your own body |
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cost
(surgeon's fee) |
$1500
to $6000 |
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duration
of results |
depends
on material used; can be permanent |
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insurance |
may
(very rarely) apply to correct significantly underdeveloped
or asymmetric facial deformities |
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