Cheek Implants London

Cheek implants in London are solid, biocompatible devices surgically placed over the cheekbones to add volume, definition, and projection to the midface area. Dr Stefano Cotrufo performs malar augmentation surgery to enhance flat or underdeveloped cheekbones, restore age-related volume loss, improve facial symmetry, and create harmonious facial proportions. The implants are made from medical-grade silicone or porous polyethylene and are designed to integrate naturally with your facial tissues, delivering permanent, natural-looking enhancement.

With over 15 years of experience and comprehensive training across Europe and the USA, Dr Cotrufo brings unparalleled expertise to every cheek implant procedure. He is fully registered with the GMC and EBOPRAS, and his patients consistently describe him as calm, attentive, and naturally gifted. Dr Cotrufo’s surgical artistry focuses on creating naturally enhanced results that complement your existing features and create balanced facial proportions rather than an artificial appearance. His meticulous approach to facial anatomy and aesthetics ensures harmonious, beautiful outcomes.

You may be a suitable candidate if you have flat or underdeveloped cheekbones, age-related volume loss in the midface area, facial asymmetry or imbalanced facial proportions, desire for more prominent, defined cheekbones, or wish to enhance your natural facial structure for improved aesthetics. Ideal candidates are in good overall health, have realistic expectations, maintain a stable weight, and are seeking permanent facial enhancement. Dr Cotrufo will assess your facial anatomy during a consultation and recommend the best approach for your goals.

Cheek implants in London can create prominent, well-defined cheekbones, restore midface volume lost through ageing, improve facial symmetry and balance, enhance overall facial harmony and attractiveness, create a more youthful, refreshed appearance, and deliver permanent results that last a lifetime. Dr Cotrufo’s technique ensures results look natural, proportionate, and harmonious with your overall facial features, creating elegant enhancement rather than dramatic alteration.

There are three main types of cheek implants, each designed for specific aesthetic goals. Malar implants are placed directly on the cheekbones to add projection and create prominent ‘high cheekbones’, ideal for those seeking classic cheekbone definition. Submalar implants are positioned in the midface below the cheekbone to address hollowness and sunken appearance in this area, particularly effective for age-related volume loss. Combined implants augment both the cheekbone and midface areas for comprehensive volume restoration. Dr Cotrufo will recommend the implant type that best suits your facial anatomy and aesthetic goals.

During your consultation, Dr Cotrufo will listen carefully to your concerns and aesthetic goals, examine your facial anatomy, bone structure, and proportions, discuss the cheek implant technique and what it can achieve for you specifically, review your medical history and any previous cosmetic procedures, explain implant options (types, sizes, materials), show you before-and-after photos of previous patients with similar facial structures, explain the procedure timeline, recovery process, and expected outcomes, and answer all your questions thoroughly. The consultation process is based on at least two meetings before proceeding with surgery to ensure all questions are answered and you feel completely comfortable.

Cheek implant surgery in London typically takes 1-1.5 hours, depending on whether it’s performed as a standalone procedure or combined with other treatments such as rhinoplasty, facelift, or chin augmentation. The surgery is usually performed under general anaesthesia or local anaesthesia with IV sedation, depending on your preference and the complexity of the procedure. All procedures are performed by Dr Cotrufo personally or under his direct supervision, ensuring the highest standards of care, precision, and safety throughout.

Most patients go home on the same day or stay for one night following cheek implant surgery. Moderate swelling and bruising are normal and typically peak around days 3-5, then gradually subside over 2-4 weeks. If an intraoral incision was used, you’ll follow a soft food diet for the first week and maintain excellent oral hygiene with antiseptic mouthwash. Most patients return to work and social activities within 2-3 weeks. Strenuous exercise should be avoided for 4-6 weeks. Dr Cotrufo provides detailed aftercare instructions, regular follow-up appointments, and phone access for any post-operative concerns throughout your recovery.

You’ll notice an immediate improvement in cheek definition and facial contours, though initial swelling will mask the final results. Swelling begins to reduce significantly after 2 weeks, and the most visible swelling resolves within 4-6 weeks. Final results are typically apparent within 3-6 months as all tissues settle, the implants integrate with surrounding structures, and any residual swelling completely resolves. The results of cheek implants are permanent and long-lasting, with the enhanced facial structure remaining stable throughout your lifetime.

Dr Cotrufo also offers complementary facial enhancement options, including dermal fillers (such as Juvederm Voluma) for temporary, non-surgical cheek augmentation lasting 12-24 months, fat grafting using your own harvested fat for natural, long-lasting volume enhancement, Profhilo for improved skin quality and subtle lifting effects, thread lifts for mild to moderate cheek lifting without surgery, and combination treatments. During your consultation, Dr Cotrufo will discuss all options and honestly recommend the approach best suited to achieving your specific goals, the degree of enhancement you desire, and whether you prefer surgical or non-surgical solutions.

Yes. When performed by an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr Cotrufo, cheek implant surgery is very safe. Dr Cotrufo follows the highest safety standards and is registered with the GMC, EBOPRAS, CAPSCO, BAHNO, and SICPRE. He performs all surgeries at accredited facilities with experienced anaesthetists and dedicated nursing staff. The implants used are made from biocompatible materials with decades of proven safety in facial surgery. Choosing an experienced facial plastic surgeon in London like Dr Cotrufo ensures both your safety and beautiful, natural results.

Absolutely. Many patients choose to combine cheek implants with rhinoplasty for comprehensive facial balance and harmony, facelift or neck lift for overall facial rejuvenation, chin augmentation or reduction for balanced facial proportions, fat grafting to temples, under-eyes, or other facial areas, or eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) for comprehensive midface rejuvenation. Combining procedures can be more cost-effective and may reduce overall recovery time. Dr Cotrufo will discuss combination approaches during your consultation and recommend the treatment plan that will best achieve your aesthetic goals.

The cost of cheek implants depends on the type of implants used, the complexity of your procedure, whether it’s combined with other procedures, and the type of anaesthesia used. Typical costs in London range from £3,000 to £7,000 for cheek implants alone, though prices can reach £10,000 depending on the specific requirements. Dr Cotrufo will provide a detailed, transparent quote during your consultation that includes all surgical fees, anaesthesia, implant costs, facility fees, and comprehensive aftercare. All pricing is transparent with no hidden costs and includes follow-up appointments and Dr Cotrufo’s personal attention throughout your journey.

The results of cheek implants are permanent. Once the implants are securely positioned and integrated with your facial tissues, they remain stable indefinitely, meaning your enhanced cheekbone definition and facial contours will last throughout your lifetime. Unlike temporary dermal fillers that require repeat treatments every 12-24 months, cheek implants provide a one-time surgical solution with lasting benefits. Your facial appearance will continue to age naturally around the implants, but you will always maintain the improved structure and definition achieved through surgery.

When performed by an experienced facial plastic surgeon like Dr Cotrufo, cheek implants should look completely natural and harmonious with your facial features. The key is selecting the appropriate implant type, size, and placement based on your unique facial anatomy, proportions, and aesthetic goals. Dr Cotrufo’s conservative, artistic approach ensures he enhances your natural bone structure rather than creating an overdone or artificial appearance. His extensive experience allows him to predict how the implants will integrate with your facial tissues and age over time, ensuring you enjoy beautiful, natural-looking enhancement for decades to come.