Facial surgery can be performed to improve some facial features, such as: the jaw, cheeks, and chin, in addition to correcting birth defects, or as a complementary surgery after a previous facial surgery.
Possible side effects and complications
Facial surgery is associated with the emergence of some expected side effects and complications, such as the following:
Some bruising and swelling that may remain for at least two days.
Removing the transplanted organ from its place, and in such a case, additional surgery is needed to correct the displacement.
Infection, and some antibiotics should be given in such a case.
Allergic reactions caused by the immune system attacking the transplanted material.
Before the surgery
The doctor discusses with the patient the reason for which he wants to perform the surgery, and it can be performed as a companion to other cosmetic operations, such as: facelift surgery, eyebrow lift, and others.
during surgery
The surgery takes about two hours, during which many things can be done, such as the following:
Mandibular implant: where the implant is placed inside the lower lip.
Cheek implant: where the implant is placed through the upper lip or under the lower eyelid.
Chin implant: where the implant is placed through the lower lip or under the chin.
Post-surgery
Recovery from facial surgery is relatively quick, and the recovery time depends on the patient''s habits and lifestyle, as well as whether or not a follow-up facial surgery is needed.
