Do you feel like your cheeks have lost definition or no longer reflect the vibrant way you feel inside? Cheek augmentation can help address flat, hollow, or sunken cheeks caused by aging or genetics, restoring balance and youthful contour to your midface. At Quintessa, board-certified facial plastic surgeons Dr. Andrew Campbell and Dr. Jake Thayer offer advanced techniques to elevate and refine your natural facial contours.
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Enhance Midface Balance and Contour
Cheek augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that aims to enhance the shape, volume, and contour of your midface. It can create a defined and youthful appearance by restoring structure where aging or genetics have led to flat or sunken cheeks. At Quintessa, we offer two types of cheek augmentation: implants or fat transfer. Implants provide lasting projection and contour by placing customized devices along the cheekbones, while fat transfer uses purified fat from your own body to naturally replenish volume and soften hollow areas.
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Best Candidates for Cheek Augmentation
You may be a strong candidate for cheek augmentation if you want to restore balance and youthful definition to your midface. At Quintessa, your surgeon evaluates your facial structure, goals, and health during a detailed consultation to determine the approach that best supports your desired outcome.
Cheek augmentation may be right for you if you’re looking to improve:
- Flattened or under-projected cheeks
- Hollow or sunken midface contours
- Volume loss related to aging
- A tired or deflated facial appearance
- Imbalanced proportions between the cheeks and lower face
Types of Cheek Augmentation
Cheek Implants
Cheek implants are solid, medical-grade devices that can enhance cheek projection and definition. They are placed along the cheekbone through discreet incisions, often inside the mouth, to create lasting structure and contour. Implants are ideal if you want a more sculpted, lifted appearance that remains stable over time. Implants can be tailored to complement your natural anatomy.
Fat Transfer
Fat transfer uses your body’s own purified fat, typically harvested from areas like the abdomen or thighs, to restore lost volume. Once injected, the fat cells blend into the surrounding tissue, creating a soft, natural fullness. This is ideal for those seeking more organic results without synthetic materials, along with the added benefit of contouring the donor area.
Key Benefits and Expected Results
With the right technique, cheek augmentation can deliver noticeable yet natural improvements to your facial balance and overall appearance, including:
- Restoring volume to flat, hollow, or sunken cheeks
- Enhancing midface contour and definition
- Creating a more harmonious facial profile
- Softening signs of aging by replenishing lost fullness
- Improving overall symmetry and proportion
Your Complete Cheek Augmentation Experience
1. Consultation
During consultation, you’ll meet one-on-one with your surgeon to discuss your concerns, goals, and ideal facial aesthetic. You’ll have your facial anatomy evaluated, photographs may be taken, and different augmentation options will be reviewed. Your surgeon will explain whether implants or fat transfer best suit your needs, outline the expected results, and answer any questions you have before curating a personalized treatment plan.
2. Surgery
During cheek augmentation, you’ll be comfortably anesthetized to ensure a relaxed experience. Dr. Campbell or Dr. Thayer begins by making small incisions, typically inside your mouth, to maintain minimal visible scarring. If implants are used, they are carefully positioned along the cheekbones to create balanced projection. If fat transfer is selected, fat is harvested from another area of your body, purified, and injected into the cheeks.
3. Recovery
You can expect mild to moderate swelling, bruising, and tenderness in the cheeks for the first several days after your procedure. If implants were placed, you may also experience temporary tightness when speaking or chewing. If fat transfer was performed, you may also notice minor bruising in the donor area. Most patients take 1 to 2 weeks off from work or social activities, but strenuous exercise should be avoided for 4 to 6 weeks.
Client Reviews
The outcome? Subtle, undetectable, and completely natural-looking results that easily took years off my appearance.
“I had the absolute pleasure of working with Dr. Andrew Campbell at Quintessa in Delafield for my mini face and neck lift—and I can honestly say the results exceeded every expectation I had…”
Neo N.
Delafield, WI
My neck has never looked this good—truly transformative!
“From the very first consultation, Dr. Campbell and his staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. I underwent a deep plane neck lift and facelift, and I couldn’t be happier with the results…”
Lisa A.
Brookfield, WI
I highly recommend Quintessa!
“Dr. Campbell performed a mini face lift and blepharoplasty on my upper eyelids. Both procedures were done in office and turned out great!…”
Melonie P.
Mequon, WI
Will never go anywhere else
“Staff at Sheboygan Quintessa is the BEST! Amazing customer service, attention to detail, well educated and skilled. Will never go anyplace else! Would not trust anyone else other than Quintessa!!”
Anne Jetser
Milwaukee, WI
I am extremely happy with my results and I would highly recommend his expertise!
“Doctor Campbell and his assistant Dana are an excellent team together! Doctor Campbell did an excellent job with an upper and lower eyelid lift and a chin tuck…”
Maria T.
Sheboygan, WI
My experience with Quintessa has been amazing
“The staff are always pleasant and welcoming, and they genuinely care about your specific concerns. They are very knowledgeable and helpful. If they don’t have the answer to a specific question you may have, they will go out of their way to find the answer for you…”
Andrea K.
Middleton, WI
Cheek Augmentation FAQs:
Will Cheek Augmentation Make You Look Unnatural?
Not when performed by experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeons. At Quintessa, Dr. Andrew Campbell and Dr. Jake Thayer take a conservative, artistic approach to ensure your results complement your natural features. The goal is to elevate and refine (not exaggerate) your appearance so you still look like yourself, only refreshed.
How Long Do Cheek Augmentation Results Last?
The results depend on the technique used. Cheek implants provide long-lasting, stable contours for many years. Fat transfer also offers lasting improvement, though a small percentage of the fat may be absorbed by the body over time. Once healed, most patients enjoy sustained enhancement without frequent maintenance.
Are There Risks With Cheek Augmentation?
As with any procedure, there are potential risks such as swelling, bruising, and temporary numbness. With implants, there is a very small risk of shifting or infection. Fat transfer may involve minor asymmetry if some fat is absorbed unevenly. Your surgeon will review all safety considerations with you beforehand so you fully understand your options.
When Will You See Your Final Results?
You’ll see an immediate improvement in cheek contour, but swelling may temporarily obscure details. Most patients appreciate noticeable results within a few weeks, with the final refinement visible once swelling resolves fully, typically in a few months.
Why Choose Quintessa for Cheek Augmentation?
Quintessa is committed to helping you regain the balanced, youthful facial contour that reflects how you feel inside. Our board-certified facial plastic surgeons, Dr. Andrew Campbell and Dr. Jake Thayer, curate highly personalized cheek augmentation plans to ensure your results look refined, natural, and uniquely yours. From your first consultation to your final check-in, you’ll experience individualized care tailored to your goals. If you’re ready to enhance your midface, schedule a consultation for cheek augmentation today.
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W307 N 1497 Golf Road #200
Delafield, WI 53018
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Brookfield, WI 53005
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Mequon, WI 53092
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Middleton, WI 53562
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Sheboygan, WI 53081
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