Cheekbone Augmentation

What is Cheekbone Filler?

Cheekbone filling is an aesthetic treatment method used to clarify facial contours and achieve a more youthful appearance. This procedure is especially performed to increase the volume of the cheekbones, make facial lines more defined, and compensate for the volume loss associated with aging. It is usually performed using temporary fillers such as hyaluronic acid. Cheekbone filler offers natural-looking results and helps a person balance their facial proportions while improving the overall aesthetics of the face.

Where is the Cheekbone?

The cheekbone is the bone in the middle part of the face, located under the eyes and on the sides of the nose. The cheekbone, officially known as zygoma, draws attention with its prominence in the side view and front profile of the face. Cheekbones play an important role in the aesthetic appearance of the face and are often considered among the symbolic elements of facial beauty. Well-defined cheekbones contribute to a more youthful and dynamic appearance of the face and make facial proportions more harmonious. The prominence of the cheekbones varies from person to person depending on genetic factors and can be given the desired shape and volume through plastic surgery or filling procedures.

How to Perform Cheekbone Filling?

Cheekbone filling is a procedure performed to obtain an aesthetic facial appearance. The process usually includes the following steps:

Consultation and Evaluation: The patient’s aesthetic goals and facial structure are evaluated. The specialist determines the appropriate type and amount of filler.

Preparation: The treatment area is cleaned and disinfected with an antiseptic solution. To reduce pain, a cream containing local anesthetic can be applied or fillers containing anesthetic can be selected.

Injection of Filler: The selected filler is carefully injected under the cheekbones using a thin needle or microcannula. The specialist emphasizes facial contours by correctly placing the filler on the cheekbones.

Final Checks: After the filler is injected, the specialist gently massages the treated area to ensure that the filler is distributed evenly.

Post-Treatment Care: Patients are given post-procedure care instructions, generally expect mild swelling and bruising after the procedure, but these side effects subside within a few days.

Who Cannot Have Cheekbone Fillers?

Cheekbone filler may not be suitable in some cases. These situations include:

Active Skin Infections: Fillers cannot be applied to people with active infections or skin diseases in the treatment area.

Allergic Reactions: May pose a risk for individuals with known allergies to fillers.

Bleeding Disorders: Filling is not recommended for people with bleeding disorders or those using blood thinning medications.

Pregnant or Breastfeeding Women: Fillers are generally not performed on women during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Serious Health Problems: Risks may increase in individuals with serious health problems such as uncontrolled diabetes or autoimmune diseases.

What are the Types of Cheekbone Fillers?

There are various fillers used for cheekbone filler, the most popular among which are:

Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: Hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance that supports skin hydration, is the most commonly used type of filler.

Polylactic Acid Fillers: It is a type of filler that gradually stimulates collagen production under the skin and offers longer-lasting results.

Calcium Hydroxylapatite Fillings: It is a type of filling that contains substances similar to natural bone tissue and is effective in clarifying facial contours.

Things to Consider When Performing Cheekbone Filling

Important points to consider when performing cheekbone filling are:

Choosing an Experienced Specialist: It is important that the specialist who will perform the procedure has extensive experience in filler applications and facial anatomy.

Selection of the Right Filling Material: It is necessary to choose the filling material that suits the patient’s needs and aesthetic goals.

Allergy Test: An allergy test should be performed to check whether the patient is allergic to the filler.

Realistic Expectations: The patient should have realistic expectations about what to expect from the filling procedure.

Pre- and Post-Procedure Instructions: Pre- and post-procedure care instructions given by the specialist should be carefully followed.

Hygiene: The procedure should be performed under sterile conditions and necessary precautions should be taken to reduce the risk of infection.

What Does Zygomatic Filling Provide? What is it for?

Zygomatic filler provides many aesthetic advantages by emphasizing the cheekbones, which play an important role in facial beauty:

Highlighting Facial Contours: Cheekbones become more prominent, making facial lines appear clearer and more defined.

A Younger Appearance: It helps the face look younger by compensating for the volume loss associated with aging.

Improving Facial Proportions: Highlighting the cheekbones balances facial proportions and offers an aesthetic appearance.

Symmetry and Aesthetic Improvement: Helps correct slight asymmetry and imbalances on the face.

What Materials Are Used for Filling?

The main fillers used in cheekbone filling are:

Hyaluronic Acid (HA): Hyaluronic acid, a substance produced naturally by the skin with a high water retention capacity, is the most commonly used filler.

Polylactic Acid: It is a type of filler that gradually stimulates collagen production under the skin and offers long-lasting results.

Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA): It is a type of filler that contains substances similar to natural bone tissue and is effective in clarifying facial contours.

Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA): It is a filler that offers more permanent results and encourages collagen formation around it.

How Long Does the Cheekbone Filling Procedure Take? How Long Does Its Effect Last?

Cheekbone filler procedure is generally a short treatment and takes between 15 and 30 minutes on average. The duration of the procedure may vary depending on the amount of filler to be applied and the scope of the treatment. The treatment is usually completed quickly and comfortably, and patients can return to their daily activities immediately after the procedure.

The effect of cheekbone filler varies depending on the type of filler used and the individual’s metabolic rate. The effects of temporary fillers such as hyaluronic acid usually last between 6 and 18 months. The effect of the filler decreases over time and the procedure may need to be repeated periodically for patients who want permanent results.

What are the Side Effects of Cheekbone Filler?

Side effects that may occur after the cheekbone filler procedure are generally mild and temporary. Among them:

Bruising and Swelling: Mild bruising and swelling may occur in the injection area. This will diminish and disappear within a few days.

Redness: Temporary redness may occur in the procedure area.

Pain or Tenderness: Mild pain or tenderness may be felt in the treated area, but this usually passes quickly.

Risk of Infection: Although rare, there is a risk of infection in the treatment area. Following the post-procedure care instructions minimizes this risk.

What is the Healing Process for Cheekbone Fillers?

The healing process after cheekbone filler is generally fast. After the procedure, patients can immediately return to their normal lives. The first 24-48 hours after the procedure are the period when bruising and swelling are most prevalent. During this period, patients are recommended to avoid extreme temperatures, avoid applying pressure to their faces, and use high factor sunscreen. Most side effects decrease significantly or disappear completely within a week.

When Does Cheekbone Filler Melt?

How long the cheekbone filler will be effective varies depending on the type of filler used and the individual’s body metabolism. Generally, hyaluronic acid-based temporary fillers are the most popular option, and the effects of these fillers last between 6 and 18 months on average. At the end of this period, the filler is slowly absorbed and dissolved by the body, so the fullness and definition in the cheekbone area begins to decrease. Individuals who want to achieve permanent results can have the filling procedure done again when the effect of the filling begins to decrease.

Does Cheekbone Filler Lift the Face?

Although cheekbone filler is not a direct “face lifting” procedure, it can help the face look younger and more vibrant by clarifying facial contours and adding volume to the cheekbones. When applied under the cheekbones, filler can have the effect of slightly lifting the upper part of the face, visually making the face appear firmer and lifted. This “lifting” effect can be used to improve skin firmness and make facial lines more defined. However, for severe sagging or excess skin, surgical face lifts may be more appropriate. While cheekbone filler offers an aesthetic solution to mild sagging and signs of aging, more extensive facial rejuvenation needs may require a comprehensive evaluation and possibly a combination of different treatment methods.

How Long Does It Take for Zygomatic Filling to Set?

After the zygomatic filler procedure, it usually takes a few days to a week for the filler to “set” and the final result to be seen. There may be slight swelling and bruising in the first 24-48 hours after the procedure; this is the natural reaction of the treated area. As these side effects decrease, the volume and contour provided by the filler become clearer. When the filler is completely settled and compatible with the facial contours, the cheekbones look more prominent and defined. Patients should wait at least one week after the procedure before evaluating final results.

Is Cheekbone Filling Procedure Painful?

Cheekbone filling is usually performed with little or no pain, thanks to creams containing local anesthesia or anesthetics added to the filler. Patients may experience a slight pressure or stinging sensation during the procedure, but this is usually short-lived and tolerable. There may be mild pain, tenderness, or discomfort after the procedure, but these symptoms usually subside quickly and can be easily managed with painkillers. The degree of discomfort experienced during and after the procedure may vary depending on individual differences.

What are the Most Common Deformities Seen in the Cheekbone?

The most common deformities seen in the cheekbone are:

Asymmetry: Cheekbones on both sides of the face are of different sizes or shapes.

Volume Loss: Decreased volume of the cheekbones due to aging, weight loss or genetic factors.

Insufficient Definition: The cheekbones are not sufficiently prominent in the facial contours, which is congenital or occurs with age.

Sagging: Sagging of the tissues under the cheekbones due to decreased elasticity of the skin and the effect of gravity.