Cheek Lift - Midface lift (with endoscopy and scarless)

What is a cheek lift / midface lift?

Here we tell you all the secrets for the procedure of Cheek Lift / midface lift (with endoscopy and scarless) performed in Madrid and Valencia by Dr. Villamarín

Cheek or midface lift surgery uses different procedures to recover the volume and position of aged cheeks and normalize the nasolabial fold and midface area. When other parts of the face are in acceptable condition and the main problem is the cheeks, we can use specific techniques for it. Dr. Villamarín will study each case and search for less invasive surgical procedures performed under local anesthesia to achieve excellent results.

Sometimes it is recommended to combine it with blepharoplasty or eyelid ptosis surgery when the case requires it. In addition, all this can be integrated with the rest of the face in specialized procedures designed by Dr. Villamarín such as NEW AGE LIDS ®, FRESHLOOK TOUCH ® and FRESHLOOK RESCUE ®, LIFTING MAKEOVER ® and PREVENT & ACT SKINCARE ®

Am I a good candidate for cheek lift / midface lift in Madrid and Valencia ?

Candidates for a surgical cheek lift procedure should be in good general health, have mild to severe cheek changes, and have realistic expectations. They should not suffer from skin, infectious, immune diseases, hypertension or uncontrolled diabetes. It is strongly recommended not to smoke from 1 month before surgery to 1 month after surgery. The patient must not be pregnant or breastfeeding.

Dr. Villamarín will meet with each patient individually to determine if they may benefit from a cheek lift. During this consultation, a thorough examination of the cheek, eyelids and face will be carried out. The objectives, benefits, results and alternatives without surgery will be discussed with Dr. Villamarín and then he will design a detailed and adapted treatment plan or tailor made for each patient. In the case of surgery, a preoperative procedure will be ordered and postoperative recommendations will be provided in accordance with the protocol for the procedure.

What kind of anesthesia do we use?

Local anesthesia, usually with sedation, which may include regional blocks or anesthetic creams.

The procedure

There are many techniques available. Dr. Villamarín prefers to use the minimally invasive ones, which include an endoscopic lifting approach or an approach through the lower eyelid, all of which are usually combined with centrofacial lipofilling. Other less frequent options are temporal area incision with surgical threads or alloplastic implants. There are more techniques used by Dr. Villamarín but reserved for special cases. Age, sex, type of problem and associated problems, as well as some other parameters, are key in deciding which technique to use.

In some cases with planned blepharoplasty, the cheek can be raised directly from the inside of the eyelid and even alloplastic fixation, using innovative techniques developed by Dr. Villamarín, in his staggered blepharoplasty program Dr. Villamarín Madrid and Valencia.

Pain
Light to moderate.

Anesthesia
Local with or without sedation.

Downtime
1-2 weeks.

Results
Initial results visible after 3-4 weeks.

Treats
Mild, moderate and severe cases. Drooping and sunken cheeks.

Integrable with:
Blepharoplasty Madrid and Valencia, other facial rejuvenation procedures, NEW AGE LIDS ®, FRESHLOOK TOUCH ® and FRESHLOOK RESCUE ®, LIFTING MAKEOVER ® and PREVENT & ACT SKINCARE ®

Post Procedure Care

After the procedure, we will begin medication and post-operative recommendations and you will return to the comfort of your home or hotel room. Medications, physical measures, and cold packs will be used to reduce swelling for the first two days after the procedure. Hilotherapy, as well as the hyperbaric chamber are innovative treatments that promote healing in the postoperative period and that Dr. Villamarín optionally recommends after some of his procedures. There will be follow-up as per protocol to monitor healing and make sure all your questions are answered

Recovery

Recovery is mainly related to swelling and in rare cases with bruising. Recovery typically takes 7 to 14 days, depending on the procedures performed, and we recommend planning two weeks off work or social engagements to allow plenty of time to recover.

Minor swelling continues to improve steadily for up to several weeks after the procedure. Exercise can be resumed 2-3 weeks after the procedure, depending on the nature of the activity and the degree of inflammation involved.

What to expect from a cheek lift?

The cheek lift gives excellent results and will eliminate mild to advanced cases of cheek sagging and drooping. In short, it softens facial expression lines, repositions the cheeks in the desired position and restores a rejuvenated and long-lasting presence.

How long will the result last?

It depends on the case. In general, the first effects are usually seen in 3-4 weeks and the result usually lasts 6-8 years. Maintenance is required.

Gravity and changes over time in the tissues of the cheek, nasolabial fold, and surrounding areas produce a sagging and downward sliding of the cheek, both the upper portion below the eyes and the lower portion, ultimately breaking the mandibular line (jowl). All of this gives us an image of real aging. There are many techniques that Dr. Villamarín uses to solve it, both without surgery and with surgery. When the changes are already significant or the patient wants a permanent solution, surgery is recommended.

Dr. Villamarín, an expert in eyelid surgery and medical and surgical rejuvenation of the face and eyes, seeks a comprehensive solution that harmonizes our entire face through advanced techniques combined in innovative programs created by himself. He makes you feel young and alive again!

Testimonials

I met Dr. Villamarín through a friend of mine who went to him and was very satisfied. It was not the first time that I went to aesthetic treatments. I was surprised by his dedication and effort to understand my problems and solve them safely with the procedures that I really needed. I am very satisfied with the results and I continue to go to his consultation for maintenance. Without a doubt, for me it is the best and I always recommend it. Thank you. (Translation from a testimony of a Spanish patient)

Ana Isabel M.G.

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After searching carefully for a rejuvenation surgeon, I decided to contact Dr. Villamarín. The appointment for the videoconference was quick and the consultation was amazing, clearly understanding my needs and offering me innovative solutions. I put myself in his hands and I am really happy with the natural results after eyelid surgery and face lift. I feel really rejuvenated, and of course Dr. Villamarín is my reference surgeon to go to. I recommend it without reservation. All the best. (Translation from a testimony of a Spanish patient)

María F.D.

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Hello. I am 56 years old and for a few years, I had some bags on my eyelids and also dark circles. Since I work with the public, and since I felt uncomfortable with my situation, I went to Dr. Villamarín. It was not my first consultation with other general plastic surgeons. However, I decided to go to him because he is a true specialist in plastic and eyelid aesthetic surgery. The surgery was without stitches and without scars, not only on the lower eyelids but also on the upper ones, which no one had offered me. Now I feel great, a few months have passed and my image is excellent and rejuvenated, not a trace of bags or dark circles. And no scars. I am very grateful to Dr. Villamarín. Thank you. (Translation from a testimony of a Spanish patient)

Carlos F.B.

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My case was not easy. I had eyelid surgery at another center with a general plastic surgeon, but I was not satisfied. After that, my lower eyelids were tight and drooping, and my eyes were very sunken. After more than a year, I felt sad and vulnerable, and when I looked in the mirror I didn't recognize myself. A friend who had undergone treatments with Dr. Villamarín recommended him directly to me. Her treatment is exceptional, her complete dedication, she gave me all the time in the world and she supported me psychologically by understanding my situation. She offered me solutions and I had surgery with him. Now I do recognize myself and I don't have sunken eyes like before, and my eyelids are in the right place. My image is excellent and I have recovered from that nightmare. My life now has colour and optimism. I do not have enough words to thank Dr. Villamarín and his team for his dedication, extraordinary treatment, innovation and surgical skill. Thank you very much. (Translation from a testimony of a Spanish patient)

Marta P.L.

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