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Who can benefit from chin augmentation surgery?
People born with poorly defined chin may desire mentoplasty for
better facial balance. Procedure is sought after by women and
men to correct receding chin and provide more attractive look of
distinction. Sometimes procedure is performed for those born
with congenital defects. Chin augmentation is frequently
performed in combination with nasal surgery (rhinoplasty).
How is mentoplasty performed?
The procedure is usually performed under intravenous sedation
(light anesthesia) but can be performed under only local
anesthesia. It is an outpatient surgery, with patients going to
recover in the comfort of their homes within couple hours from
surgery. A small incision is placed inside the mouth and no
visible scars are created. The right size implant is selected
and placed through the incision and into position. Dissolvable
sutures are placed.
Are chin implants safe?
Chin implants provide permanent correction of the receding
chin and augment facial profile. For years they provide safe and
predictable surgical procedure. Millions of implants have been
placed worldwide, most of them made of silicone rubber or porous
synthetic material (Porex). Similar materials are used for joint
replacement and heart valves. They come in a wide variety of
shapes and sizes. During your consultation Dr. Turowski will
help you decide which implant is indicated in your particular
situation.
How long is a recovery?
There is minimal postoperative discomfort, easily controlled
with oral pain medications. Bruising is usually negligible,
visible swelling may be present for a few days. A soft food diet
may be required for several days as chewing maybe limited.
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