21st May 2025

Forehead, Chin, and Cheeks: How Facial Sculpting Procedures Bring Balance to Your Features

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Posted by Dr. James Apesos

If you’ve been considering refining your facial structure, this article will guide you through these procedures, their benefits, and how they can help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

What is Facial Sculpting?

Facial sculpting refers to cosmetic procedures designed to reshape and enhance specific facial features, bringing balance and harmony to your overall appearance. These procedures focus on both the unique nuances of each face and the proportions that contribute to facial symmetry. By addressing areas such as the forehead, chin, and cheeks, facial sculpting can help individuals achieve a look that feels more aligned with their personal aesthetic preferences.

The Role of the Forehead in Facial Harmony

The forehead is a key feature in framing the face and influencing the balance between your eyes, nose, and chin. Common concerns include a prominent brow ridge, asymmetry, or an overly flat or rounded forehead.

Forehead contouring is a surgical facial sculpting technique that reshapes the forehead to achieve a smoother, more proportional appearance. This is often achieved through bone shaving or implants, depending on the patient’s unique needs. Patients who undergo forehead contouring often notice a more refined and balanced profile after the procedure.

Chin Augmentation for a Stronger, Defined Jawline

A recessed or weak chin can sometimes throw off the proportions of the face, making the jawline less distinct or creating a misalignment with the nose and forehead. Chin augmentation, a popular facial sculpting procedure, is designed to enhance the chin’s projection and shape, providing a more balanced and attractive profile.

During chin augmentation, a board-certified plastic surgeon may use an implant or perform a genioplasty to reshape or reposition the chin bone. The results include:

Improved facial symmetry
A more defined jawline
Greater harmony with other facial features

Chin augmentation is customizable, ensuring that the results suit the individual’s facial structure and aesthetic goals.

Cheek Implants for Youthful Contours

High, well-defined cheekbones are often associated with youth and beauty. However, sunken or underdeveloped cheeks can create flatness or emphasis on other areas of the face. Cheek implants are an effective solution to add volume and definition to the mid-face area.

Cheek implants are placed strategically to restore lost volume, create a lifted appearance, and enhance contour without looking artificial. Benefits of cheek implants include:

A more youthful, vibrant appearance
Enhanced facial proportions
Restoration of facial volume lost due to aging

With minimal downtime and long-lasting results, cheek implants are a favorite among those seeking subtle but noticeable changes.

Understanding What to Expect

Being informed is key to achieving results that meet your expectations. Here’s what to know about these facial sculpting procedures before moving forward:

Benefits of Facial Sculpting

Enhanced confidence and self-esteem by improving facial harmony
Targeted procedures customized to your specific areas of concern
Natural-looking results designed to complement your unique features

Recovery and Aftercare

Recovery is an essential part of the overall process. While each procedure has varying recovery timelines, it’s common to experience some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort in the first few days. Your surgeon will provide personalized guidelines for post-operative care, which may include:

Avoiding strenuous activities for several weeks
Sleeping with your head elevated to minimize swelling
Following a skincare routine to promote healing

Commitment to recovery instructions will greatly influence your final results.

Why Consult a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon?

Facial sculpting procedures are both art and science, requiring expertise and precision for optimal outcomes. Consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon, such as Dr. Apesos, ensures that you receive the highest level of care and expertise. During your consultation, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Discuss your aesthetic goals and concerns
Assess the balance and harmony of your facial features
Learn about procedure options and associated benefits
Develop a treatment plan that’s tailored to your unique needs

Your surgeon’s experience and artistic eye will help guide you toward achieving a naturally enhanced look.

Transform Your Features with Facial Sculpting

Whether you’re looking to refine your forehead, enhance your chin, or add definition to your cheeks, facial sculpting offers a variety of solutions to help you achieve a balanced and harmonious appearance. By understanding the benefits and expected outcomes of these procedures and consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon, you can take the first step toward greater confidence in your appearance.

If you’re ready to learn more about how forehead contouring, chin augmentation, or cheek implants can elevate your features, contact Dr. Apesos today. Book your consultation to explore your options, get personalized recommendations, and take the first steps toward a more confident you.

Your balanced, beautiful future begins here.

What people say about our doctor?

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I found Dr. Apesos through another patient of his. I found that you need to know what kind of questions to ask him to get the information you want out of him because he isn’t exactly the kind of person who is very detailed in his explanations. I am very happy with the results of my breast augmentation and he was very patient with me when I would freak out and call the office numerous times a week. I would definitely recommend him to others and from my experience, be patient, don’t freak out, he knows what he is doing and if you follow his directions, you’re outcome will most likely be a good one.(I say that because everybody’s body is different and heals differently)

Definitely Recommends

I consulted Dr. Apesos for liposuction of my abdomen and thighs. I was blown away when he said he wouldn’t do liposuction until I lost my extra weight. He told me to come back, when the weight was gone and we would talk about the procedure again. He advised me, liposuction is not for weight loss. As I was leaving, he could tell I was a little upset. He reassured me that if wanted the best possible results, that I needed to loss the extra weight. So, I lost the 20lbs and I had my procedure done! I can’t tell you how happy I am!!! Especially to find a doctor that turned my money away for my own benefit! What kind of Dr. turns money down? Dr. Apesos did! I consulted two other plastic surgeons prior to consulting Dr. Apesos and they were more than happy to do my liposuction at my previous weight. After leaving my consultation with Dr. Apesos, I knew hands down that I wanted him to do my procedure. My problem areas are gone and I love sporting my bikini!

Great Advice, and Excellent Liposuction

I found Dr.Apesos to be a very thorough doctor, who more than took his time to answer any and ALL of my question. His bedside manner was very pleasant as well, he new that I was very nervous the morning of my surgery and manage to make me laugh. He took his time to listen to what it is that I wanted & and to make sure that I was going to be happy with the results. He even gave my husband his personal cell after my surgery should we need him. I would without a doubt recommend him to anyone considering plastic surgery.

Happy with Results

I landed at the Plastic Surgery Pavillion more than 10 years ago for a consultation with Dr Apesos. I had undergone a prophylactic double mastectomy with botched reconstructions by another plastic surgeon in the Dayton area 3 years prior. I had lost my self confidence and hope of ever feeling “normal” again. Dr Apesos was sympathetic, caring and thoughtful, and after the next few weeks of studying my extensive surgical history formulated a plan to “fix” me. Experience and talent does count! After a long and complicated surgery, I could not have hoped for a better outcome. I have passed along my story to many, and recommend Dr Apesos as the BEST in the Midwest. In fact, my results were so good that I have had many facial cosmetic surgeries since due to my trust in his skill and artistry. These include upper and lower blepharospasm, rhinoplasty, and an S-lift. My results are natural looking, not plastic or “pulled”. I finally look like I feel….a youthful 57!

Best in the Midwest

I vowed I would never ever put myself through the ‘ordeal’ of plastic surgery, I thought”I hope I grow old gracefully”! My work keeps me in the spotlight, and I constantly come across people who have had face lifts or some cosmetic surgery. Dr. Apesos performed the surgery on most of these people, they simply looked naturally younger! Upon meeting Dr. Apesos, his passion about his profession and his ability make people happy was evident, and helped me make the decision to have a full facelift. I had total trust, he was incredibly thoughtful, caring and put my mind at ease from the very beginning. That was 6 years ago, I continue receive compliments about my looks, I couldn’t be happier! I traveled a long distance to Dr. Apesos for the surgery, I could have gone to one of several surgeons in the state where I live, but I made the right choice! I would recommend him to anyone who considers having cosmetic surgery.

Dr. Evelyn Macenzie

I had my pre-op visit with Dr. Apeso’s recently. I have surgery in November. I had a lot of questions and concerns as I am young. He was very friendly and funny put my nervous at ease. His staff was very nice and caring on lady was quite wouldn’t really talk to me but other than that amazing. I know there are mixed reviews I guess in November I will see how amazing his work is I can not wait! Will update once I am back to myself.

Young Daytonian

A couple of dear friends of mine had went to Dr. Apesos for their BA and tummy tuck. One friend got her BA about 14 years ago and the other one was within year. They were extremely happy (both look very natural and I didn’t even know they had anything done). Also, my mother is a nurse and had worked at same hospital with him a long time ago so that verified his experience with me. I flew back to Ohio for my consult. This went very well. I got to try different implants in the bra they require for post op surgery. Dr. Apesos was aware that I wanted a very natural look as I am on TV. I was scared to go too big yet then again I didn’t want to be small. My results are perfect! Everyone on set and that I work with could not tell I had surgery yet I have nice natural looking Big ones!! haha.The scaring… can not even see it. They are exactly what I wanted. Great work guys!

Big Ones

It has been approximately one year and two months since Dr. Apesos performed my blepharoplasty (upper and lower) and my facelift. I could not be more pleased with the results. When I had my initial consultation with Dr. Apesos, he listened attentively and asked several questions for clarification as to my desired result. He provided me with a book of before and after pictures of individuals who had the same two procedures. We discussed his methodology for both procedures and what the results would be. He took a considerable amount of time answering my many questions as I had never had any elective surgery done before. Dr. Apesos carefully explained to me how I would feel after the surgery and when the follow-up appointments would take place. I was very impressed with his use of supplements to build up my cells prior to the procedures as well as reduce bruising afterward. The paperwork I took home was clear and concise as to what I was to do before and after the surgery. Having the surgery done at Dr. Apesos’s own surgical suite was convenient for me and my family. His surgical staff was kind and accommodating to a 66 year old. Never did I feel uneasy or rushed during my trips to and from the surgical suite. Although I was under anesthesia, I can remember staff members holding my hand and rubbing my shoulder during the procedure. My other memory is of Dr. Apesos’s calm voice speaking to the staff. I could not have asked for a more caring group to take care of me when I was vulnerable. My recovery was fast with very little bruising. Once the swelling subsided, I was amazed at the results that had been achieved. Dr. Apesos’s office staff was friendly and encouraging as to my healing face each and every time I came for an appointment. I continued to follow Dr. Apesos’s instructions for the next year until my eyes and face had finished changing. We had a slight reconfiguration of one eye at the one-year mark which made my results 100% of what I wanted. I continued my journey with Kathy of the Skin Center (also in Dr. Apesos’s office) to use filler on some lines around my mouth with fantastic results. Now when I look in the mirror, I can see memories of that young woman again that I once was. Because of Dr. Apesos’s conservative approach, nobody knows I have had these procedures done. People just comment on how healthy I look and wonder what I do to my skin to make it look so young. I would recommend Dr. Apesos in a heartbeat to anyone desiring these types of surgeries. He is a highly intelligent doctor who is excellent at his craft. Dr. Apesos has made a positive change in my life and in my self confidence that will last for years. I will never be able to thank him.

JBS May 26th, 2015

Hi, I severely burned my right hand as a baby. From what I was told multiple surgeons said they couldn’t fix it. However, Dr. Apesos wasn’t afraid to try. Gosh, it must have been about 30 years ago now? I’ve just recently been told the name of the surgeon that helped to restore the use of my right hand. I wanted to reach out and say thank you to Dr. Apesos. I’m forever grateful for his efforts. It’s still scarred but it’s functional I’m so grateful that it’s relatively normal looking. I’m eternally grateful for what he’s done for me. I’m glad I now know who he is so that I can voice that gratitude to him. Thanks

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What is Facial Sculpting?

The Role of the Forehead in Facial Harmony

Chin Augmentation for a Stronger, Defined Jawline

Cheek Implants for Youthful Contours

Understanding What to Expect

Benefits of Facial Sculpting

Recovery and Aftercare

Why Consult a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon?

Transform Your Features with Facial Sculpting

What people say about our doctor?

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