Cheek augmentation with hyaluronic acid in Wolfsburg
A cheek augmentation with hyaluronic acid restores lost mid-face volume at our Wolfsburg practice. Over the years the cheek fat descends and the cheekbones project less – the face looks flatter and more tired. Physician Rafee El Kaddour places volume precisely where it belongs, so the cheeks look defined again and the lower face is gently supported from above.
How does a cheek augmentation with hyaluronic acid work?
A firmer hyaluronic-acid gel is placed deep over the cheekbone, often with a blunt cannula. It supports the tissue from within, gently lifts the descended mid-face and gives the cheek contour. The effect is visible immediately and is slowly broken down by the body over months.
The cheek is a central anchor of the face: when the mid-face is supported, the nasolabial folds and mouth area also look less sunken. We therefore build volume where it carries the architecture of the face – not across a broad area, but at a few defined points.
For the cheek we use a more stable, more highly cross-linked gel than for the lips, because it supports the tissue longer and holds its shape better. Deep over the bone we prefer a blunt micro-cannula, which lowers the risk of injuring vessels.
We dose conservatively and often across two appointments: this keeps the result controllable and avoids a “padded” or overly wide face. The aim is a naturally defined cheek that suits your proportions – not a changed face.
A cheek augmentation does not replace a surgical lift. With pronounced skin laxity, filler can add volume but cannot tighten excess skin – we discuss this honestly in the consultation.
How the treatment works
- 01Free analysis of the mid-face, cheekbones and proportions
- 02Marking of a few support points over the cheekbone
- 03Treatment preferably with a blunt micro-cannula, placed deep
- 04Local anaesthetic on request; many gels already contain a local anaesthetic
- 05Duration: about 30 minutes, usually with no downtime
Results & longevity
The result is visible immediately; once mild swelling subsides (a few days) the final contour appears. As the cheek is a comparatively calm area, hyaluronic acid usually lasts about 12 to 18 months here – noticeably longer than on the lips. It can then be refreshed.
Results are individual and may vary. Before/after images show real treatments and are published only with the patient’s explicit consent.
Risks & side effects
Risks & side effects
- Common and temporary: swelling, tenderness and small bruises over the cheekbone.
- Occasionally: palpable unevenness or slight asymmetry, usually easy to balance out.
- With too much volume: an overly wide or “padded” mid-face – avoidable with conservative dosing.
- Very rare but serious: vascular occlusion if filler enters a vessel. We therefore treat preferably with a blunt cannula and keep the antidote hyaluronidase plus an emergency protocol ready; hyaluronic acid is also dissolvable.
- Contact us immediately in case of severe or increasing pain, pale/blotchy skin discolouration or changes in vision.
Aftercare
- Do not massage or press the cheeks firmly for 24–48 hours (unless instructed)
- No intense sport, sauna or tanning for the first 24 hours
- For the first nights, try not to lie firmly on the treated side
- Cooling eases swelling; alcohol and blood thinners promote bruising
Who is it for?
Suitable when the mid-face has lost volume and the cheeks look flat or tired. A cheek augmentation gives contour and gently supports the lower face; pronounced skin laxity, however, cannot be tightened this way.
Every medical treatment carries risks. This information does not replace a personal medical consultation. In our free initial consultation we assess your individual suitability, the procedure and possible side effects.
Price
from €249
The exact price depends on individual scope and is discussed in the free consultation.
View pricingFrequently asked questions
Will my face look wider afterwards?
Not with conservative dosing. We place volume specifically for support, not across a broad area – the goal is a defined, natural cheek.
Does a cheek augmentation lift the lower face?
Indirectly and subtly: supporting the mid-face makes the nasolabial folds and mouth area look less sunken. It does not replace a surgical lift.
How long does a cheek augmentation last?
On the calm cheek usually about 12 to 18 months – longer than on the lips. It can then be refreshed.
Why treat with a cannula instead of a needle?
The blunt micro-cannula tends to glide past vessels rather than piercing them. This lowers the risk of bruising and of a vascular occlusion.
What does a cheek augmentation cost in Wolfsburg?
Cheek augmentation starts from €249 per ml, depending on the volume needed. The first consultation is free.
Related topics
Ready for the first step?
Arrange your free, no-obligation consultation – we take time for your questions, goals and an honest assessment.