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The ever-growing demand to sculpt and shape the face with injectable fillers has also increased the demand for facial implants which offer a more permanent solution. From high cheekbones, a chiselled jawline to a prominent chin to match your face can all be achieved with the help of implants.
Facial implants are form stable and made of silicone. They are compatible with our tissues and are available in various shapes and sizes to match our aesthetic needs. With advancing technology, 3-D CT scans can be used to plan facial implants to manage facial asymmetry or cosmetic needs. Almost any part of the face from the temples, cheek, and chin to the jawline can be treated with facial implants.
These face implant before and after pictures represent actual patients from Dr. Sudhanva. They will help to assist you in understanding your various options and enable you to set realistic goals for your own surgical outcome. Click on a patient for their specific case details.
He is an experienced cosmetic surgeon with exceptional finesse and honed eye for the appreciation of natural harmony and beauty in facial aesthetics.
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r. Sudhanva is an active member of the Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (IAAPS), an active member of the Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (AAPS), a life member of the Association of Plastic Surgeons of India (APSI), with Fellowship from International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), and a member of the Association of Medical Consultants (AMC).
A board-certified plastic surgeon & expert with extraordinary expertise and skill to not only visualise the changes required to create pleasing & natural contours but also deliver that look to his patients.
His experience in facial implant surgeries, non-invasive facial contouring devices like HIFU, RF, and injectable treatments like botulinum toxin and fillers for facial reshaping, allows him to give you balanced, natural-looking results using the best techniques and technology.
He is a facial cosmetic surgery expert uniquely trained with world renowned plastic surgeons surgeons across the globe.
He often travels to participate in various international and national conferences to interact with specialist plastic surgeons about the nuances of various aesthetic procedures and techniques to achieve great results with uncompromised safety.
The wide range of techniques and approaches learnt from each of these master surgeons has equipped Dr.Sudhanva with unparalleled experience in facial aesthetics.
Facial implants can alter your facial structure and make a weak or asymmetric face more attractive by adding symmetry and balance to it.
The structure of the face can be enhanced and made more prominent with the help of facial implants.
You will experience the warmth, care and attention to detail that Dr. Sudhanva and his team shall offer to you from the time of your first consultation, through the face reshaping perioperative process and throughout the entirety of your recovery and follow-up. Irrespective of the change you desire, from subtle to more dramatic improvement in your face, they strive to offer the most natural results. The best facial reshaping is the one that doesn’t appear to be “done”. The passion, training, expertise, experience combined with meticulous attention to detail allows him to deliver the best results with facial implants in Mumbai, India.
Frequently asked questions about Facial implants
Dr. Sudhanva will encourage you to list your concerns and discuss the changes you want to see. After a brief medical history and a detailed structural examination of your face, he will create a comprehensive plan keeping in mind your goals and desires. He will discuss the procedure in detail, including its advantages, disadvantages, risks and complications. Injectable fillers can give you a good temporary preview of what you will look like and can help guide your decision.
Dr. Sudhanva will review your personalised surgical plan, anaesthesia, pre- and post-operative instructions and follow up in detail and respond promptly to all your questions and concerns during these consultations. Photographic documentation for surgery will be done. You will undergo appropriate tests to assess your fitness for surgery. . A list of instructions to be followed before & after the procedure will be provided.
Facial implants can be performed under general or local anaesthesia as a daycare procedure but may require a hospital stay if combined with other procedures. It typically takes 1-2 hours depending on the type of facial implant planned.
Jaw implants: The jaw implants are inserted through a small incision inside the mouth behind your molars and fixed in place with the help of small screws.
Cheek implants: The cheek implants can be placed over the cheekbones through a small incision on the inner side of the upper lip or lower eyelid.
Infraorbital rim implants: Under-eye bony hollow can be treated by infraorbital rim implants placed through a small incision on the inner side of the lower eyelid.
Since it’s a daycare procedure, the patient is observed for a few hours post-procedure and discharged the same evening. Some amount of bruising and swelling is expected post-surgery.The result of surgery is dramatic and immediately visible. It further improves over the next 3-6 months as the swelling disappears and skin redrapes to a more firmer and taut contour.
You will follow up with Dr.Sudhanva 5-7 days after the procedure. Additional follow ups are advised at 6 weeks, 12 weeks and 12 months after your surgery.
Details of Facial implants in a Capsule
What are cheek implants, and how are they performed?
Cheek implants are performed for people with weak cheekbones to provide better definition and improve the facial structure. Injectable fillers have increasingly been used recently to address this issue. Cheek implants provide a safe, permanent solution to it and can be performed as a daycare procedure. It is performed through a small incision inside the mouth or inside the lower eyelid. A tunnel is made to place the implant and secure the silicone implant in front of the cheekbone. As an isolated procedure, it can be performed between 60-90 minutes. It can easily be performed in conjunction with other cosmetic procedures.
Will the recovery after facial implant surgery be painful?
Recovery after facial implants can be easily managed by oral pain killers. Mild discomfort and tightness may be present for a few days after surgery which disappears as the body adjusts to the facial structure.
Is there anything that i can do to improve my recovery?
Yes, keeping the head elevated minimises the chances of swelling and aids in recovery. Frequent antibiotic eye drops in case of cheek implants and antiseptic gargles in case of jaw implants are advised to avoid infection. A soft diet is advised until the wound heals.
When can I start exercising post-surgery?
You can resume Light exercise within 2-3 days post-procedure. Strenuous exercise can be resumed after 2 weeks.
When can I resume work after surgery?
Most people usually resume work 2-3 days after the procedure.
Will the scars be visible?
Facial implant scars are hidden underneath the upper lips, inside your mouth or eyelids depending on the implant planned.
What are the potential risks and complications of facial implant surgery?
The specific risks and complications associated with your surgery will be discussed in detail during your consultation with Dr. Sudhanva.
What if I don’t like the result of my face implant surgery?
Most patients love the results of facial implant surgery and never want it removed. However, if you feel dissatisfied with the result, it can be easily removed by a small procedure under local anaesthesia.
Can facial implant surgery be combined with other cosmetic procedures?
Yes, facial implant surgeries are short and safe procedures performed with minimal surgical risk. It is commonly performed with a rhinoplasty, neck lift or facelift and can be combined with any other cosmetic surgery.
Will my insurance cover my facial implant surgery?
Facial implant surgery is purely aesthetic and is not covered under any insurance.
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