cheek lift in Toledo
Restore Fullness to Your Cheeks
About this Treatment
Cheek Lift
Experience the transformative power of a cheek lift at EVOLV Plastic Surgery and Medical Aesthetics in Toledo, Ohio. Also referred to as a malar lift, this surgical procedure is performed by Dr. Barone, a renowned board-certified plastic surgeon. He revitalizes the mid-face skillfully by elevating sagging tissues to restore a youthful position. It is frequently combined with a lower eyelid lift (lower blepharoplasty), targeting the visible effects of mid-facial aging for optimal enhancement. Step into the realm of rejuvenation with confidence!
What is a Cheek Lift?
The mid-face or cheek lift procedure addresses signs of aging in the central cheek and lower eyelid areas. Age-related changes in the face often include sagging and loss of volume in the lower eyelids and underlying cheek tissues, downturned corners of the mouth, and the development of jowls.
In Toledo, Ohio, Dr. Barone skillfully performs cheek lift surgery with lower eyelid blepharoplasty to ensure consistent and harmonious contours in the mid-face region, resulting in a more balanced and natural appearance. Furthermore, the central face commonly experiences volume loss with aging, and a part of cheek lift surgery or a standalone treatment for early signs of aging, fat grafting, or injectable fillers may be recommended.
How It Works
A cheek lift is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the appearance of the cheeks by reducing visible signs of aging, including wrinkles, sagging skin, and jowls. This technique involves creating small incisions in the temples along the hairline or inside the mouth, through which the surgeon skillfully places fine sutures to elevate and secure the underlying cheek tissues, resulting in a rejuvenated shape and contour. The sutures are intentionally left in place to ensure a sustained lift. Following the surgery, an immediate tightening effect on the cheeks can be observed, further accentuating the outcome once any postoperative swelling subsides.
What It Treats
A cheek lift addresses volume loss or deflation, drooping, or laxity of the lower eyelids and cheeks, as well as lower eyelid circles and sagging.
Benefits
The benefits of a cheek lift procedure are as follows:
- Enhanced Youthful Appearance: The cheek lift surgery restores the positioning and volume of the mid-face, effectively rejuvenating sagging and deflated cheeks to achieve a more youthful contour.
- Increased Facial Volume: This procedure effectively restores flat or aged upper cheeks to a more attractive and youthful position, enhancing the overall facial profile while minimizing the signs of facial aging.
- Reduction of Eyelid Bags: By combining a cheek lift with a lower eyelid blepharoplasty, lower eyelid bags, and aged eyelid “circles” can be eliminated or significantly reduced.
- Correction of Sagging: The cheek lift procedure can assist in correcting the downturn of mouth corners and reducing sagging lower cheek jowls, as well as restoring the projection of the upper cheeks.
Please note that these are just some of the professional benefits offered by a cheek lift procedure.
What It Treats
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Loss of volume or 'flattening' of the cheeks
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Sagging or loose facial skin of the lower eyelids and cheeks
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Lower eyelid circles and sagging
Treatment Time
- 2.5 - 3 hours
Recovery Time
- 2 - 3 weeks
Anesthetic Type
- General or IV
Benefits
- Youthful Appearance Rejuvenates a sagging and deflated mid-face by restoring the cheek position and volume to a more youthful position and contour.
- Increased Volume Flat or aged upper cheeks can be restored to a youthful and more attractive position and shape that complements the facial profile and reduces the signs of facial aging.
- No Eyelid Bags Eliminates or reduces lower eyelid bags and aged eyelid ‘circles’ when combined with a lower eyelid blepharoplasty.
- Corrects Sagging Can help correct 'turn down' of the corners of the mouth and reduce sagging lower cheek jowls as well as flattening of the upper cheek projection.
Treatment Time
The duration for a cheek lift procedure typically ranges from 2.5 to 3 hours.
Recovery Time
The estimated recovery time for a cheek lift is typically 2-3 weeks.
Anesthetic Type
The anesthesia options for a cheek lift procedure are general anesthesia or intravenous (IV) sedation.
Step by Step
Consultation
During your consultation in Toledo, EVOLV employs a professional approach that includes personalized planning to achieve optimal results. We conduct a thorough evaluation, including a comprehensive medical history, photo documentation, and examination.
Additionally, we engage in in-depth discussions to understand each individual’s concerns and goals, enabling us to create a comprehensive treatment plan. This plan encompasses various aesthetic options, recommended techniques, an incision, placement, and expected outcomes.
We also discuss all associated costs, recovery time, and maintenance plans. It is worth noting that cheek lift surgery is often combined with other professional aesthetic surgical procedures and is typically performed in a fully accredited outpatient surgery center. Our team comprises experienced nurses, anesthesiologists, and specialized equipment to ensure optimal care.
Before The Procedure
The initial step in performing a cheek lift procedure is administering anesthesia. Patients may receive either general anesthesia or intravenous (IV) sedation.
During The Procedure
Following the administration of anesthesia and appropriate preparation, a minor incision is performed beneath the lower eyelid, allowing for the release, repositioning, and securement of aging tissues in the eyelid, fat pad areas, and cheeks. Meticulous dissection is carried out with specialized magnifying glasses and a headlight. Volume correction is administered in conjunction with any anticipated ancillary aesthetic procedures.
After The Procedure
Following surgery, the patient will be transferred to the recovery room for post-operative care. Eyelids are treated with ice compresses and lubricant while dressing the face is unnecessary. Comprehensive instructions for aftercare are reiterated before discharge.
Typically, patients return after 4 to 5 days for eyelid suture removal and personalized guidance on incisional care and activities. To ensure safety, optimal outcomes, and minimal downtime, post-operative therapeutic services like manual lymphatic massage, LED light therapy, and a customized skin care program are integral parts of the comprehensive treatment planning provided at EVOLV Plastic Surgery.
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Before & After
What Our Patients Are Saying
Dr. Barone and every staff member were extremely professional every step of the way. They offered medical explanation as what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. I appreciate the care and concern regarding my recovery and am grateful for their expertise in ensuring successful plastic surgery procedures.
Dr. Barone is not only a brilliant surgeon but also a true humanitarian. His whole staff is extraordinary. They love caring for people. [Single best thing is…] I looked wonderful.
I can’t brag enough about this doctor and staff, they make you feel like family the moment you walk in the door. They take time to explain everything step by step as needed to you, they don’t rush you, let’s just some it up THEY CARE I will be back for many more things to come… Thank You
Wonderful staff and an awesome experience, I would recommend highly.
Frequently Asked Questions
An open discussion about concerns and goals, a thorough history and examination, and patient education with an experienced and qualified board-certified plastic surgeon are the most effective ways to determine which aesthetic procedure is the best option to address your concerns. At EVOLV Plastic Surgery and Medical Aesthetics, we have extensive experience with multiple surgical and non-surgical options so it is critical to find a qualified source you can trust to fairly and thoroughly explore which procedure or combination of procedures would fit your budget, tolerance of downtime and goals.
As with all aesthetic surgery, costs will depend on many factors including the extent of the surgery, whether other ancillary procedures planned, the type of anesthesia, location of the surgical facility, and other considerations. You will be provided with a specific and itemized surgical quote from our EVOLV Patient Coordinator explaining and detailing all related costs.
EVOLV Plastic Surgery and Medical Aesthetics offers many state of the art non-surgical options in addition to aesthetic surgery that can reduce the signs of aging and sun damage. These include laser resurfacing and light therapy, chemical peels, injectable options such as Botox and fillers to restore volume, PRP micro needling, advanced medical skin care and many more. These options are often combined with a surgical plan such as a cheek lift and eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) to provide more comprehensive and long-lasting results.
The fact is that properly performed surgical cheek lifts in Toledo and blepharoplasty are in many cases the most effective and longest-lasting aesthetic options and provide more natural results that cannot be achieved by another treatment.
Not at all. Cheek lift and blepharoplasty techniques and approaches can vary significantly depending on the training and experience of the plastic surgeon and each patient’s unique aging patterns and goals. Dr. Barone believes that re-positioning aging tissue, restoring volume and skin health rather than traditional ’skin pulling techniques’ are the most effective methods to restore a long-lasting, balanced, and youthful appearance without an ‘operated’ or unnatural look.
Recovery or downtime after a cheek lift in Toledo and blepharoplasty procedure will depend on each patient’s anatomy and aging patterns, eyelid sensitivity, the surgical technique, and the number and extent of accompanying procedures and therefore will vary. It is helpful to remember that ‘recovery’ is a process and goes thru stages. At EVOLV Plastic Surgery, we have found that preparing and restoring optimal skin health with a personalized medical skin care program, extensive patient preoperative teaching and education, specific supplements for healing, post- operative lymphatic and sound wave massage, and LED phototherapy can significantly reduce downtime and improve results. Our professional staff will review expected recovery times with you to assist with your post procedure planning.
Your Safety Matters.
It is important to remember that the training and experience of your plastic surgeon and staff are the most important criteria in achieving safe and natural appearing results with cheek lifts.
Patient safety and natural appearance results are the major priority for every procedure at EVOLV Plastic Surgery and Medical Aesthetics.
In addition to plastic surgery residency and achieving board certification, Dr. Barone completed advanced fellowship specialty training and research in cosmetic and aesthetic surgery and medicine. Dr. Barone is an active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) which admits only board-certified plastic surgeons who have achieved recognition and expertise in aesthetic surgery and medicine. Dr. Barone has conducted clinical research, published numerous articles, and served as a lecturer and instructor for other plastic surgeons and companies.
All major cosmetic surgical procedures at EVOLV Plastic Surgery are performed only in a fully accredited surgical center with experienced and licensed staff. Candidates considering cheek lifts at EVOLV are thoroughly evaluated and fully informed and prepared for the procedure. Both pre-and post-operative education and guidance along with specific therapeutic services to reduce swelling and downtime are emphasized to improve safety and outcomes and to reduce potential complications.
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