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Lunchtime Lipo and 10 Other Quickie Nip & Tucks

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Chin implants
What: Implants are inserted either through the mouth or through the chin to enhance appearance of chin and jawline or increase chin height.
Average Price: $4,000
Procedure Time: 30 minutes to 1 hour
Number of visits: 1
Downtime: 1-2 days
Lasts For: Permanent
Optimal results seen in: Immediate

A chin implant not only corrects a weak chin, but can take up excess sagging skin of the neck. The incision can be done either outside the chin, or through the mouth, a method which Dr. Weintraub says ensures that no stitches show and the stitches that are present are dissolvable. If your surgeon goes with the former, you can return to work in two days, but there will be swelling and bruising for a week.

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Cheek augmentation
What: Facial implants or injectable fillers are used to enhance sunken cheeks and facial hollows.
Average Price: $3,550
Procedure Time: 1.5 hours
Number of visits: 1
Downtime: 2-3 days
Lasts For: Permanent
Optimal results seen in: Immediate

This procedure can vary depending on if you opt for fillers -- the quicker option -- or actual implant surgery. With the former, you'll be able to go home that day. If you choose implants, you're looking at a one-night stay. However, the end results are often very natural: You'll look different, more symmetrical and youthful, but people just won't be able to put their finger on why.

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Otoplasty
What: Also known as ear pinning, this procedure moves ears closer to the head.
Average Price: $3,450
Procedure Time: 1.5-2 hours
How many visits: 1
Downtime: 3-5 days
Lasts For: Permanent (if permanent sutures are used)
Optimal results seen in: Immediate results

Though the change is immediate following surgery, you'll be confined to a head wrap bandage for 3-5 days, which is why many choose to stay home. Afterward, you're clear to resume normal activity, but you'll need to wear a light headband for one to two weeks.

BY ERICA SMITH | MAR 26, 2014 | SHARES
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