How are facial implant procedures performed?

The order of a facial implant operation

Anesthesia, pocket, placement, closure

A facial implant operation is usually described in that order: anesthesia, a pocket for the implant, placement of the implant, then closure. Ask your surgeon to walk you through that order for your own operation, from check-in to going home, and ask for the plan in writing.

Picturing chin and facial implant surgery

Two reference pages help you picture the process before you ask questions. A facial plastic surgery academy's page on facial implants gives the general picture of implants for the face. A society blog post on how plastic surgery can rejuvenate your cheeks covers the cheek side. Read both and note any term you do not understand so you can ask about it.

Incision site, anesthesia and the ride home

At the consultation, ask what type of implant is planned, where the incision goes, what kind of anesthesia is used and where the surgery takes place. Ask how long the visit lasts so you can plan a ride home. If you travel to Redmond for the visit, ask whether the first checkup can be scheduled close to your surgery date.

Take the plan from your surgeon

Your surgeon's step-by-step explanation of your own plan is the one that counts. Take every detail of the plan from the surgeon.