- Facial Cosmetic Surgery
- Facial Augmentation
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Enhance Your Natural Facial Features
Facial Surgery Buffalo
Cheek augmentation, chin augmentation, and lip enhancement are among the facial cosmetic surgery procedures that we offer at the Clinic of Facial Plastic Surgery. If you are interested in facial surgery or facial implants, we can help at our Buffalo, New York practice. Our team specializes in facial surgery, allowing us to focus our attentions and dedicate our efforts to providing the best results possible for the benefit of our patients. If you have a facial feature that you feel needs bolstering, such as sunken cheeks or a receding chin, facial implants may provide the solution you are seeking, and our team has the experience and skills you require. To schedule a consultation with Dr. David Sherris regarding facial surgery, contact our Buffalo plastic surgery center today.
Cheek Augmentation
Various types of cheek implants can be used to enhance the contour and volume of the face: some implants, such as those made of silicone, can be removed at a later point in time should the patient be dissatisfied with the results or change his or her mind about treatment; others, like a hydroxyapatite implant, integrate with natural tissues over time for results that look and feel completely natural. Rest assured, we can advise you of your options and educate you on the risks and benefits of each so that you can make an informed decision on which treatment would be best suited for you.
If a patient is undergoing other facial procedures, such as a face lift, cheek implants can be inserted through the incisions used for those treatments. If cheek implants are not being combined with another procedure, incisions are typically made inside of the mouth or in the lower eyelid. These incision locations provide access to the cheek area while keeping any resultant scarring hidden from view. Once the implants have been placed in the cheek pockets, the incisions are closed and allowed to heal.
Chin Augmentation
For patients seeking a more balanced facial appearance, as well as those with recessed chins or a desire for a more defined chin that features more prominently in their look, chin augmentation - through the use of facial surgery and facial implants - may provide the solution. At our Buffalo practice, we are well versed in a multitude of facial procedures and can determine the best treatment option for our patients based on their needs; chin augmentation is the single most effective way of defining the shape and size of the chin, and we have witnessed firsthand the positive impact it has on individuals.
Chin implant surgery involves the insertion of an artificial implant, typically made from silicone or GORE-TEX® (polytetrafluoroethylene), in front of the jaw bone. Though the incision location will vary depending on the patient, typically an incision is made inside of the mouth between the lower gums and the lip. This allows any resulting scarring to be hidden from view. Once the implant is in position, it will be sutured into place with dissolvable sutures, which are typically absorbed in approximately 10 days.
Lip Augmentation
The lips can be enhanced in one of two ways: through the use of injectable treatments or with lip implants. For individuals seeking permanent results, we recommend facial implants as injectables are naturally absorbed by the body over time and thus provide only temporary enhancement. Implants, which are typically made from small silicone capsules that are shaped and sized to fit nicely under the lip, are not absorbed and can be used to great effect to bolster the lips.
To insert lip implants, small incisions are first made, typically on the side of the mouth. As the procedure is relatively quick and minimally invasive, most patients opt to undergo treatment with the use of local anesthetic. Once the incisions have been made, a small needle is used to insert the implant, at which point the incisions are sutured closed. In some cases, lip augmentation can also be accomplished with fat transfer, in which the body's natural fat tissue is transplanted from one area to the lips.
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Facial implants produce results, and can have a tremendous impact on not only your appearance, but your self-esteem and confidence as well. If you are interested in facial surgery, please contact our Buffalo plastic surgery center today to schedule a personal, one-on-one consultation with our team. We are dedicated to patient care and look forward to working with you.
