CHEEK ENHANCEMENT

Get the natural look

The cheeks are an important structural feature of the face. Unfortunately, as we age, we lose fat pads in the cheeks to a large degree. This results in loss of structure in the mid-face. With gravity, this can also cause the face to droop downwards, contributing to the formation of nasolabial lines, marionette lines and jowls in the lower face.

It is important to address cheeks in order to reverse the signs of ageing and restore a more youthful appearance to the face.


Prices start from £350.

The Treatment Procedure

  1. Preparation: The temples are cleansed thoroughly with an antiseptic solution to minimise infection risk.

  2. Application of Topical Anaesthetic: A numbing cream is applied to the treatment area and allowed to take effect (usually 5 minutes) to reduce discomfort during the procedure.

  3. Marking Injection Sites: Dr. Arun will mark the specific injection points on your temples.

  4. Filler Injection: Using a fine/blunt cannula, dermal filler (hyaluronic acid-based) is carefully injected into the predetermined areas of the temples. Dr. Arun may use various techniques including:

    • Linear threading: Injecting the filler in a continuous line

    • Fanning: Injecting in a fan-like pattern from a single entry point

  5. Massage and Molding: After injection, Dr. Arun will gently massage and mold the filler to ensure even distribution and achieve the desired contour.

  6. Assessment: Dr. Arun will evaluate the results, often asking you to look in a mirror to ensure you're satisfied with the appearance.

  7. Final Adjustments: If necessary, additional filler may be injected to achieve symmetry and the desired results.

We consider the ratio of the cheek to other major facial features to ensure harmonious results.

This treatment can be performed alongside many of our other treatments at our Mayfair & Kingston clinics. Sometimes we combine cheek filler with jawline filler, tear trough filler, nasolabial and marionette line filler in our 8-point facelift. These combined treatments can dramatically improve the entire face, creating a more youthful, lifted appearance.

See before and after pictures from our patients here.

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FAQs

    1. Initial Consultation: The process begins with a thorough consultation with Dr Arun, who will assess your facial structure, skin condition, and discuss your aesthetic goals.

    2. Medical Assessment: Your medical history will be reviewed to ensure you're a suitable candidate. Dr Arun will check for allergies, previous reactions to fillers, and any contraindications.

    3. Treatment Planning: Based on your facial anatomy and desired results, Dr Arun will develop a tailored treatment plan.

  • Aftercare Notes:

    Needle entry points, redness, bruising, swelling and asymmetry around injection sites immediately after treatment is normal due to the very nature of the treatment.

    There may also be some tenderness present as the bruising and inflammation sets in. These symptoms will resolve over the next 2-7 days, depending on your individual response to the treatment. It may take a full 2-4 weeks for all swelling to settle; until this time we cannot re-treat.

    For 24 hours avoid:

    • Touching your face

    • Applying makeup

    • Skincare with active ingredients

    For 48 hours avoid:

    • Intense physical activity

    • Sleeping on side or front

    • Spa's/Saunas

    • Massage/facials

    • Touching/rubbing/massaging/exfoliating/applying pressure to treated areas

    • Alcohol & blood thinning medication

  • This treatment typically lasts for approximately 12–24 months before requiring a top-up. The longevity of results varies based on several factors.

    • Treatment Area: Fillers in highly mobile areas tend to break down faster than less mobile areas

    • Metabolism: People with faster metabolisms may break down fillers more quickly

    • Lifestyle: Sun exposure, smoking, saunas and intense physical activity can reduce longevity

    • Injection Technique: The skill of the injector can impact how long results last

    • Type of Filler: dense fillers tend to last longer than soft fillers.

    1. Restoring lost volume in the cheek

    2. Creating contour and definition of the cheek

    3. Creating lift and projection of the cheek

  • Yes.

    Immediate Effects (Day 1)

    The effects of cheek fillers are visible immediately after injection. However, initial swelling and potential bruising may be present.

    Short-Term Results (Days 2-7)

    During the first week, any swelling or bruising will begin to subside. By day 7, you'll have a clearer picture of your results, though the filler may still be settling.

    Final Results (Days 7-14)

    The full, settled results typically appear within 1-2 weeks after treatment. At this point, the filler has fully integrated with your tissue, and any residual swelling has typically resolved.

  • The actual procedure typically takes between 30-40 minutes to complete. However, the entire appointment may last 50-70 minutes when including consultation, preparation, and post-treatment instructions.

  • We use a mixture of high-density and low-density fillers, usually from the Juvederm and Intraline range, to create amazing projection and shape at different tissue planes of the cheek while maintaining natural softness.

  • Yes, they can. Adding volume to the cheeks causes a pulling effect on the lower face, which helps to reduce nasolabial lines and marrionette lines and can also reduce the appearance of jowls.

  • This can vary significantly between clients. Some clients who have lost a lot of volume in the cheek region may require up to 3ml to replace the lost volume. Other clients with adequate volume but desire more contour of the cheekbones may need just 1ml to achieve the desired result.

  • Cheek fillers can help improve volume in the mid-face and therefore improve the appearance of under-eye hollowing. However, in some instances, in clients who have very deep hollows, cheek fillers can make under-eye hollowing appear worse. In these cases, treating the under-eyes in conjunction with the cheeks is best. It is best to come in for a consultation to analyse the face in detail before proceeding with any treatment.

  • We offer cheek filler in our Mayfair / Marylebone clinic and we offer cheek filler in Kingston clinic.

    Cheek filler Mayfair- 2nd Floor, 15 Dover Street, W1S 4LP

    Cheek filler Kingston - 169 Richmond Road, KT2 5DA