Cheek Augmentation
What is Cheek Augmentation?
Cheek enhancement is an aesthetic procedure used to enhance the appearance of the cheeks and give them a more youthful, defined look. Typically, this procedure is done with either dermal fillers or implants, depending on the desired outcome.
It can be used to improve the appearance of the face in a number of ways. It can help to create more definition in the cheeks, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and add volume and shape to the face. It can also be used to correct asymmetry or to create a more balanced look.
What is Hyaluronic Acid Filler?
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the human body and is responsible for maintaining the skin‘s volume and hydration.
When it comes to fillers, hyaluronic acid is the gold standard. As people age, their natural stores of hyaluronic acid diminish, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. Hyaluronic acid fillers can be used to replace lost volume and hydration, resulting in a more youthful appearance.
What to expect?
Dr.Voss will ask you about any medications you are taking, as well as any medical conditions you may have that couldinterfere with the procedure. After that, your skin will be cleaned and a topical anesthetic will be applied to thetreatment area to reduce any discomfort. Once the area is numb, Dr.Voss will inject right amount of filler as well the right molecular weight according to your skin type to keep the result look natural. Depending on the area being treated, a series of injections may beneeded. The entire procedure usually takes less than 10-30 minutes.
What to avoid?
First and foremost, it’s important to give your skin some time to heal after HA filler. Immediately after the procedure, you should avoid any strenuous activities that could cause you to break out in a sweat. This includes exercise, hot showers or baths, and activities that might cause your face to become overly warm. You should also avoid touching or rubbing the area that was injected with filler. Doing so can disrupt the healing process and increase the risk of infection and migration. He will explain orally everything you should avoid after the treatment.
What are the advantages?
Over time, the cheeks flatten, and the skin may begin to sag. This is caused by a natural loss of volume in the cheek area, or what the experts call age-related midface volume loss. Cheek filler designed to add volume beneath the skin’s surface to lift and contour the cheek area.