Calf implants are used to increase the size and improve the shape of the calf. Patients seek calf implants to provide a toned and defined lower leg. Many people have difficulty achieving calf definition with exercise alone.

When to seek calf implants? Both men and women are candidates for calf implants. Implants can range from more refined shape to more muscular sizes. Both are used to improve anatomical proportions of leg to thigh relationship. Both men and women turn to calf implants to also improve lower leg appearance due to injury or birth defects.

What are the pros and cons of calf implants? The advantages of calf implants are to reshape, add definition, and provide improved leg proportions with one single procedure. Things to consider when seeking calf implantation is temporary swelling, bruising and discomfort following the procedure. Also, full physical activity should be refrained for 4 weeks after surgery.

What happens during the procedure? The day of surgery you will be put under anesthesia. Dr. Chen would make a small incision behind the knees and place a silcone implant into the space above your existing calf muscles. He would then close the incision with absorbable sutures.

You can see improvement in shape and definition immediately after surgery. Dr. Charlie Chen is a board certified plastic surgeon and one of the few surgeons in Southern California with the training and expertise for safe placement of male implants. Schedule your complimentary consultation with Dr. Chen to discuss if calf implants are right for you. We can be reached at info@charliechenmd or 858.255.1538.