Learn about the surgical process and recovery stages for Facial Implants at Liv Hospital. Discover how we ensure safety and a smooth path to your new profile.
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Surgery and Recovery
The surgical phase of placing Facial Implants is a meticulously structured procedure performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia. Once the patient is stabilized, the surgeon begins by creating the necessary incisions based on the anatomical mapping performed during the consultation. In a professional clinical sense, this involves the careful creation of a “pocket” directly over the bone. At Liv Hospital, we utilize high tech surgical platforms to ensure that every move is precise, minimizing trauma to the surrounding nerves and preserving the patient’s physical vitality throughout the intervention.
A vital component of many plans is the reinforcement of the internal framework of the face.
Specialists look for these indicators of tissue failure to ensure the structural stability of the face is restored. This proactive approach is a hallmark of the care at our facility.
During the surgery, the clinical team focuses on how the skin will settle over the new volume.
Defining the success of this phase involves microscopic precision to ensure blood flow to the skin remains intact, supporting the body’s natural biological healing.
Safety is the hallmark of the care at Liv Hospital. Following the procedure, the patient is moved to a high tech recovery suite.
These preventative measures are essential for protecting your systemic health during the most fragile phase of the recovery journey.
Once the implant is secured and symmetry is verified, the incisions are closed. Intraoral incisions are sutured with absorbable stitches that dissolve on their own and do not require removal.
External incisions (like under the chin) are closed with fine sutures to minimize scarring. A multi-layer closure is often used to bring the muscle and tissue back together over the implant before closing the skin. This ensures the implant remains well-covered and protected.
Recovery from surgery involving Facial Implants requires a dedicated period of low activity to allow the tissues to remodel.
Consistency with these protocols is vital. We provide a detailed roadmap to ensure that your progress feels natural and supports the body’s remaining resilience.
As the body stabilizes, patients are encouraged to begin gentle jaw movements to support circulation.
By navigating the complexities of post surgical healing through a specialized lens, we ensure a safe return to independence.
The use of supportive wraps is a part of the recovery logic for facial stability.
Clinicians at Liv Hospital monitor your progress through regular check ups to determine when it is safe to transition away from these supports.
While the goal is a smooth recovery, you must be the first line of defense in recognizing potential issues. Contact Liv Hospital immediately if you experience:
Early reporting of these symptoms allows us to intervene quickly, protecting your progress and your overall physical vitality.
Recovering from facial procedures can be an emotional transition.
A positive mental outlook is a powerful force that improves the overall quality of your health journey. Our staff is always available to provide the emotional reassurance you need.
While we do not provide exact prices, it is helpful to understand the general global value of high quality care for Facial Implants. A comprehensive program including surgery, facility fees, and initial recovery support typically ranges from $3,000 to $8,000 globally, depending on the complexity of the case. Investing in professional care at a center of excellence like Liv Hospital ensures the job is done correctly the first time, preventing the much higher costs of corrective surgery or permanent nerve damage.
Liv Hospital Ulus
Asst. Prof. MD. Aslı Datlı
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
Liv Hospital Ulus
Op. MD. Nilüfer Bahadırlı
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir
Assoc. Prof. MD. Mehmet Emre Yeğin
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir
Op. MD. Yasemin Aydınlı
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
Liv Hospital Topkapı
Op. MD. Emre Gunenc
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
Liv Hospital Gaziantep
Op. MD. Coşkun Erçel
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
Liv Hospital Samsun
Op. MD. Hande Demir
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
Liv Hospital Samsun
Spec. MD. Abdurrahman Akbaş
Medical Aesthetics
Liv Bona Dea Hospital Bakü
MD. CEYRAN MEMMEDOVA
Breast Diseases and Surgery
Op. MD. Yankı Görkem Keskin
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
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Pain is generally moderate and well-controlled with medication. Most patients describe it as a feeling of tight pressure or deep aching rather than sharp pain. The jaw area can be particularly sore and stiff.
You can usually start eating soft, solid foods (like pasta or soft chicken) after the first week. You should avoid anything tough, crunchy, or chewy (like steak or nuts) for about 3-4 weeks to let the incisions heal fully.
Yes, facial implants cause significant swelling. You may look like you have “chipmunk cheeks” or a massive chin for the first week or two. The majority of swelling resolves within 2 weeks, but subtle swelling persists for months.
Yes, you can talk, but it may be uncomfortable due to swelling and stiffness. It is best to minimize talking for the first few days to rest the jaw and chin area and allow the intraoral stitches to remain undisturbed.
You will be prescribed a special medicated mouthwash (usually Peridex/Chlorhexidine). You must gently swish this around your mouth after every time you eat or drink anything other than water to keep the bacteria count low.
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