Five Things to Know About Chin Augmentation
One of the facial surgeries on the rise in recent years is the chin augmentation, or genioplasty. This surgery enhances a patient’s chin, providing anywhere from subtle to dramatic changes to the face. As people have become increasingly aware of how much the chin plays a part in the look of the face on the […]
Could I get a Chin Implant to Make Mine Look Like My Sister’s Does?
Question: I love my sister’s chin. Mine looks very weak in comparison. Could I get an implant to make mine look like hers does? Answer: If you have a weak appearing chin and jawline, then chin implant surgery is for you. Chin implant surgery is safe, effective, and extremely predictable. Chin implants come in several […]
What’s the Difference between Chin Augmentation and Jaw Advancement Surgery?
Question: I’m a 20-year-old male with no chin. My nose is a little on the large side, which I wouldn’t mind except that it looks even worse with my tiny chin. I’ve been doing some research and wondering what the differences are between getting chin augmentation or jaw advancement surgery. Answer: There is a considerable […]
Is Numbness After Chin Implants Common?
Question: I had a chin implant placed about a week and a half ago and I’m very numb on one side of my lip and chin. Is this common? Answer: One of the risks and potential complications of chin implant surgery that I discuss with my patients is the possibility of transient numbness of the […]
Risk of Intraoral Incisions for Facial Implants?
Question: Are intraoral incisions for facial implants risky because of the possibility of infection? Answer: Intraoral incisions are commonly made for the placement of chin and cheek facial implants. I prefer to use the intraoral approach when placing cheek implants but, use a submental approach when performing chin augmentation. The risk of infection when placing […]
How Are Cheek and Chin Implants Shaped?
Question: How are cheek and chin implants shaped? Are they flat or round or some other shape? Answer: Chin and cheek implants come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Technically speaking, chin and cheek implants are shaped by molding the implant in the manufacturing process to the shape of real chins and cheeks from […]
Is it okay to grow a beard before surgery or do I have to shave?
Question: I’m a 26-year-old guy and I’d like to get a chin implant. I thought that growing a beard before surgery would help to disguise some of the side effects of surgery and since I think the before and after will be pretty dramatic it might also help ease the transition to make it less […]
Is it possible to inject fillers after chin implant?
Question: I recently had a chin implant, but still feel as if something is lacking in my face. Would it be possible to inject fillers into my chin area? Answer: If you recently had a chin implant and you still feel as though you are still missing something in your face, I would discuss this […]
Can I do chin implant and nose job simultaneously?
Question: I am a 36-year-old female who would like to have a chin implant and a nose job. Can I do these simultaneously? Should I wait to see what my nose looks like before I do work on my chin? Answer: I do not think it is necessary to wait to see how your rhinoplasty […]
How long does a chin implant procedure?
Question: How long is the typical chin implant surgery? What is the implant made of? Answer: Chin implant surgery usually takes about 45 minutes to an hour to perform. The chin implant that I prefer to use is made of solid silicone. I use a chin/pre-jowl extended chin implant to give the chin and face […]
