Sakra Department of Facial Aesthetics

FAQ

Which is the best cosmetic treatment for wrinkles?
One of the most commonly used treatments for wrinkles is Botulinum Toxin injection, commonly known as BOTOX. It is administered in the form of an injection to the area affected by wrinkles. It acts to relax the overly contracting muscles that cause wrinkles. The duration for which the injection is effective is around 6 months. It is a simple outpatient procedure done within 15 minutes. Sometimes, ageing also causes loss of volume in the face which causes a tired look. In such cases, Dermal Fillers (Hyaluronic acid) can be used. Your plastic surgeon is trained to calculate the exact amount needed in a particular area. This also is an outpatient procedure done within 15 minutes. Both treatments are safe when done by qualified plastic surgeons.

What are the different treatments for facial rejuvenation?
The most common treatments used for facial rejuvenation are Botox, soft tissue fillers, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, micro-needling, and laser therapy. In the past decade or so, Fat Grafting has gained tremendous popularity because here we don’t need to rely on foreign substances and use the patient’s fat for rejuvenation or volume restoration. Several types of fat grafts are used like micro fat, nano fat depending upon the indication. It is a simple daycare procedure which does not require overnight admission. If requested, it can be combined with liposuction as well, because we perform liposuction to harvest fat graft anyways.

What is the best procedure for skin tightening?
There are many options for skin tightening. Non-surgical options include Laser treatment which our dermatologists offer. When the skin laxity is moderate to severe, a facelift combined sometimes with a neck lift is a prudent option. It is usually a daycare procedure done under anaesthesia where excess lax skin and muscle are excised and muscle is further tightened to give a youthful look to the face.

Who is the best candidate for a facelift?
Good candidates for a facelift are:

• Nonsmokers
• No health-related issues
• No overweight

What is Dysport?
Dysport is a brand of Botox injection which helps in removing moderate to severe wrinkle lines. It is injected into the muscle which contracts excessively and produces wrinkles.

Which is the best facial cosmetic surgery hospital in Bangalore?
Sakra World Hospital is one of the best facial cosmetic surgery hospital in Bangalore offering state-of-the-art surgical treatments and facial services to the patients. Our plastic surgeons are trained in facial surgeries and have in-depth knowledge and experience in the field of facial aesthetics.

Why is eyelid surgery performed?
Eyelid lift surgery which is also called blepharoplasty is a cosmetic procedure performed to correct drooping upper eyelids and bags from beneath the eyes. Eyelid lift procedure is a daycare procedure which makes you look more youthful. It also addresses the tired look which some people have due to periorbital volume loss.

Why is Chin Implant Surgery performed?
Chin implant surgery also called chin augmentation reshapes the size of the chin. It is performed to enhance your looks and to make your features more balanced. Chin augmentation uses fat, bone or synthetic implants to make a better chin. It is also a daycare procedure and the patient can go back to normal activities in 2-3 days.

What is neck lift surgery?
Neck lift surgery also called platysmaplasty is performed to tighten the skin and remove the fat from the neck. It helps in reducing the wrinkles and loose skin associated with ageing. The procedure is a daycare procedure performed under general anaesthesia. After the surgery, the plastic surgeon will wrap a pressure dressing around the head and underneath the chin.

Why is cheek implant surgery done?
Cheek implants also called cheek augmentation is performed to enhance cheekbones which leads to more youthful and balance facial features. Generally, there are three shapes of cheek implants such as:

• Malar: These implants are placed directly on the cheekbones.
• Submalar: These implants provide fuller cheeks.
• Combined: These implants augment both the cheekbones and the cheeks.

What is Jaw Surgery?
Jaw surgery also known as orthognathic surgery helps in correcting irregularities of the jaw bones and realigning the jaws and teeth to improve the wat they work. the surgery also improves facial appearance.

At what age should I go for jaw surgery?
It is appropriate to go for jaw surgery once the growth stops that is around 14 to 16 years for females and 17 to 21 years for males.

Why is Jaw Surgery done?
Jaw surgery is done to:

• Make biting and chewing easier and improve chewing overall
• Minimize excessive wear and breakdown of the teeth
• Correct bite fit or jaw closure issues
• Correct facial imbalance such as small chins, underbites, overbites, and crossbites
• Repair facial injury and birth defects
• Provide relief for obstructive sleep apnea

What are the risks of Jaw surgery?
Jaw surgery is usually safe when done by an oral and maxillofacial expert surgeon in collaboration with an orthodontist. Risks of surgery include:

• Blood loss
• Infection
• Nerve injury
• Jaw fracture
• Problem with bite fit and jaw joint pain

Why is upper jaw surgery performed?
Upper jaw surgery is also known as maxillary osteotomy and is performed to correct protruding upper jaw, crossbite, too much or too little of the teeth showing, open bite, reduced facial growth of the middle of the face.

Why is lower jaw surgery performed?
Lower jaw surgery is also known as mandibular osteotomy is performed to correct receding lower jaw and protruding lower jaw.

What happens after the jaw surgery?
Initial jaw healing usually takes about six weeks, but complete healing can take up to 12 weeks.after the surgery is completed, the surgeon will provide you instructions such as:

• To avoid tobacco
• Avoid strenuous activity
• Oral hygiene
• To have food which is small and soft (liquid, soups, scrambled eggs, ice-cream, yoghurt, etc.)

What is Genioplasty?
Genioplasty is a chin surgery performed to correct a deficient chin (small chin). the surgeons can restructure the chin during the jaw surgery and secure it in a new position with plates and screws.