At Kalos Facial Plastic Surgery in Atlanta, GA, we help patients address visible signs of midface aging through expert cheek lift procedures that restore youthful contours. Led by double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Benjamin C. Stong, our practice combines nationally recognized expertise with local care, guiding Atlanta-area patients through a highly personalized, confidence-restoring surgical journey.
Dr. Stong did an amazing job. I had an eyebrow lift, eyelids, face and neck lift. It’s only been 3.5 weeks and I am thrilled with the new me already! He is highly qualified and I recommend him without hesitation. He and his office staff are professional, available and eager to make your experience a positive one.
What Is a Cheek Lift?
A cheek lift elevates and repositions the soft tissues of the midface to restore youthful fullness, lift sagging, and smooth under-eye hollows. It is ideal for addressing:
- Flattened cheeks due to malar fat pad descent
- Hollow or puffy under-eyes
- Deep nasolabial folds
- Early jowling
The result is a natural, heart-shaped facial contour and a refreshed, youthful appearance. Many of our Atlanta clients are surprised by how much more vibrant and balanced their entire face appears after correcting the midface region.
Midface Rejuvenation Techniques at Kalos
Endoscopic Midface Lift
- Small, hidden incisions inside the mouth and hairline
- Ideal for early aging signs
- No visible scars
- Recovery: 7–10 days
Deep Plane Facelift with Midface Lift
- Comprehensive lift for cheeks, jowls, and neck
- Repositions SMAS and facial ligaments
- Long-lasting, natural outcomes
- Recovery: 2–3 weeks, with swelling resolving in several weeks
At Kalos, our deep understanding of facial anatomy allows us to offer results that enhance rather than alter. Each treatment is personalized to reflect your goals and facial structure, ensuring harmony and authenticity.
Combination Procedures for Balanced Rejuvenation
To enhance overall results, Dr. Stong may combine the cheek lift with:
- Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty
- Brow Lift
- Neck Lift
- Buccal Fat Removal or Transposition
- Lip Lift
By approaching facial rejuvenation comprehensively, Kalos helps clients across Atlanta avoid the overdone look and instead achieve results that feel like the best version of themselves.
Atlanta by the Numbers: Why Facial Rejuvenation Is on the Rise
With more than 80% of Kalos patients residing in the Metro Atlanta area, our practice is attuned to the specific aesthetic preferences of the community.
Atlanta’s population of adults aged 35–64 is over 1.1 million – the prime age group for facial rejuvenation procedures.
Demand for facial plastic surgery in Georgia rose 15% in the last five years, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Google searches for “midface lift Atlanta” have increased 28% year-over-year, reflecting growing interest in advanced, long-lasting solutions.
Cheek Lift FAQs
Using minimally invasive cheek lift techniques with limited incisions, sagging cheek tissue can be lifted to restore a more prominent youthful contour to both the upper and lower cheeks. A cheek lift can soften nasolabial folds, improve jowling and restore a clean jawline and neck.
Patients who have isolated aging in the midface but do not have excess heaviness in the jowls or loose skin in the neck may benefit most from an endoscopic midface lift. Such patients are typically younger and want to accentuate their upper cheeks. It is an excellent solution that involves well-concealed incisions in the hairline and natural-looking results.
Depending on a patient’s unique areas of concern and the specific region of the face that needs to be addressed, Dr. Stong can implement targeted cheek lift techniques, including an upper cheek lift, lower cheek or jowl lift or cheek/neck lift using either endoscopic or deep plane facelift methods.
A midface lift is generally performed with endoscopic technique using small and limited incisions that are well hidden in the scalp. This approach includes repositioning of the deep fat pads in the midface (melolabial fat pads) over the cheeks. It softens smiles lines and nasolabial folds and restores a heart-shaped contour to the face. Sometimes a buccal fat pad transposition is combined with a midface lift to add additional volume to the midface during the procedure. An upper cheek lift can incorporate an eyelid lift and/or brow lift to rejuvenate the entire area surrounding the eyes and upper cheeks.
For patients who have heaviness in the lower cheeks and jowls, a facelift can produce the most dramatic and long-term results. Dr. Stong uses the deep plane facelift technique, which gives patients the added benefit of lifting the upper cheeks or midface as well as the neck skin. Dr. Stong specializes in advanced deep plane facelift techniques, a revolutionary approach that repositions sagging soft tissues of the cheek without tension or unnatural tightness across the midface. A lower cheek and jowl lift is standard to most facelift methods, but the deep plane facelift can give patients a very natural and rejuvenated look across the upper cheeks, lower cheeks and jaw line.
In general, an endoscopic cheek lift does not address sagging skin or the fat of the lower cheeks and neck area. However, Dr. Stong performs a deep plane facelift to successfully restore both of these regions with a single procedure. The deep plane facelift is the only procedure that lifts the upper and lower cheeks as well as the neck effectively. Other traditional facelift procedures may lift the lower cheeks and neck, but do not successfully address the midface.
During a cheek lift consultation, Dr. Stong will perform a thorough examination of your face and take several factors into consideration, such as how the upper, middle, and lower parts of your face contribute to your aging appearance. Based on these factors as well as your unique goals for surgery, Dr. Stong will recommend a specific cheek lift technique.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort after a stand-alone cheek lift procedure. Discoloration is marginal and most swelling is improved within a week. It may take several weeks for swelling to completely resolve. You should be able to return to work and social activities within 7-10 days.
A cheek lift is not necessarily the same as a facelift. The main difference between a traditional facelift and cheek lift surgery is the areas that are targeted to restore the volume and youthful curves of the cheeks for a fuller, more youthful appearance.
A facelift rejuvenates both the lower cheeks and neck with techniques to lift and tighten sagging skin and the SMAS in both of these regions. Patients who have neck banding, deep nasolabial folds, and prominent marionette lines should consider a deep plane facelift instead of an endoscopic cheek lift. An endoscopic midface lift is best for patients who have isolated sagging or laxity in the upper cheeks without concerns in the lower cheeks and neck region.
Why Atlantans Trust Kalos Facial Plastic Surgery for Cheek Lift Surgery
- Deep Atlanta Roots with Global Training: Dr. Stong completed his undergraduate and residency training at Emory University in Atlanta before training under world-renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Jacono in New York. He brings nationally recognized skills back home to Atlanta.
- Local Expertise in a City That Values Aesthetic Excellence: With Atlanta consistently ranking among the top U.S. cities for aesthetic procedures, Kalos provides residents with access to the most advanced surgical techniques in a private, high-touch environment.
- Specialization in Facial Procedures Only: Unlike general cosmetic surgery centers, Kalos exclusively focuses on the face and neck. This specialization ensures you receive refined, targeted care for facial aging, rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.
- Guidance Through Every Step: From understanding if you’re a candidate, to customizing your surgical plan, navigating insurance options (when applicable), and post-surgical follow-up, our Atlanta-based team prioritizes education, comfort, and personalized care.
- Trusted by Atlanta’s Professionals and Public Figures: Discretion and natural results make Kalos the top choice among clients in law, media, business, and healthcare across Atlanta.
Ready to Reclaim a More Youthful Look?
Book your private consultation with Dr. Benjamin Stong at Kalos Facial Plastic Surgery in Atlanta, GA. Whether you’re just starting to explore midface rejuvenation or looking for a surgical refresh after years of injectables, Kalos offers a trusted, expert-led path forward. Restore confidence. Rediscover your contours. Trust Atlanta’s premier destination for facial plastic surgery.
