Cheek Fillers

 Cheek Enhancement

Attractive cheekbones are a key element of facial beauty. Well-defined cheeks create balance, an attractive facial profile, and give a youthful look.

Unfortunately, cheeks tend to droop and flatten with age.  This exacerbates under-eye sagging, crows feet over the cheeks and a sagging jawline, or double chin.  The good news is that the shape of the face can be safely and affordably reverted to its youthful dimensions with dermal cheek filler injections.

Many younger patients are also interested in cheek fillers if they are not happy with their facial proportions or facial profile.  Adding fullness and definition to the cheeks can dramatically improve facial balance and beauty.

Why consider dermal cheek fillers?

In the past, the only options available for those wishing to enhance their facial features were expensive and permanent surgical procedures.  Today, dermal fillers can be used to enhance the cheeks and other facial features safely and more affordably than surgery, with less risks and no down time.  You can have a more youthful appearance after just one treatment, and the effects can last for months.

Another advantage over surgical revision is that, because dermal filler treatments last for 12 – 18 months, patients can “try out” and adjust a look without worrying about the results being permanent.

How is cheek enhancement performed?

Hyaluronic Acid is found naturally in all living organisms. Most of our body’s hyaluronic acid is found in the skin and its primary function is to provide volume and pliability to the skin. It also plays a crucial role in cell growth. As we get older our skin cells lose their ability to produce hyaluronic acid, its molecular weight decreases and its ability to hold water lessens.  Dermal fillers are injected beneath the skin in the targeted areas using a very fine needle. Once the filler has been injected, it plumps up the skin from beneath, enhancing and lifting the cheeks.

When it comes to cheek fillers Scarborough Laser Surgery, besides Juvéderm™ injections also offers the Belotero line, which works just like Juvéderm but is available in different consistencies depending on the area being treated and the results you are aiming for.

Dermal filler injections are an outpatient procedure providing immediate results with little or no bruising and swelling.