The surgeon will study the contours of your face very carefully to determine whether an implant will help you and which type, malar or submalar, is best for your particular condition. There are a variety of sizes and shapes of preformed rubber implants that are used in these procedures, and it is necessary to determine which size and shape will provide the facial structure and balance you desire. The implant is placed through an incision in the mouth hidden in the upper lip above the gum line. There is no visible scar and dissolvable stitches are used. Very rarely will a patient suffer from bruising.
Patients can return to work and other activities within two to four days.