Facial Implant Recovery

Last Updated: March 14, 2011

Facial Implants

Recovery

Compared to other cosmetic procedures a facial implant is among the easiest to recover from. That's because the underlying tissue is disturbed as little as possible. Only a small pocket must be made to accommodate the implant. No extensive muscle or skin reconstruction is required.

The recovery period for a facial implant is appreciably short. Most patients only experience minor swelling and discomfort for the first two days after the surgery. At that point, most patients can go back to work or school. In the case of an oral incision, there are no bandages or dressings required. The sutures even dissolve after a week or so.

The only things that a recovering patient should look out for is their oral hygiene. Restricting their diets to simple foods and keeping the mouth as clean as possible can reduce the risk of infection significantly.

Safe recovery

Of course, any activity that could jar or impact the face like sports should be avoided for at least a few weeks. Though most side effects subside by the end of the first week, it's possible that minor swelling can persist for a month or so, obscuring the final results of the implant.

Most patients see their new facial contours after the first two months when the tissues have completely healed. Usually the difference isn't even that noticeable. People won't be able to tell that you've had a cosmetic enhancement. They'll only see that you look better but won't be able to put their finger on it.

Facial implants are safe and effective, leaving no visible scars or signs of surgery. Few other cosmetic enhancements can make such a difference without many complications. If you've been thinking about a facial implant but weren't sure if it was easy to recover from, stop worrying now. You can have the face you've always wanted with only minor risks and a short investment of time.

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