Chin Surgery Procedure: Chin surgery can help provide a more harmonious balance to your face and features so that you feel better about the way you look. The surgeon will select the proper size and shape implant to enhance your appearance and insert it into a pocket over the front of the jawbone. The small incision to create the pocket and insert the implant is placed inside the mouth (along the lower lip) or in the skin just under the chin area. Length: 30 minutes to one hour. Anesthesia: In some cases, facial implant surgery may require only local anesthesia combined with a sedative. However, more frequently, a general anesthesia may be recommended. In/Outpatient: Usually outpatient. Risks: Although problems rarely occur, you need to be informed about the possibilities. This page will touch upon a few, but is not intended to provide a detailed or complete inventory of potential risks. Facial implants can shift slightly out of alignment and a second operation may be needed to replace it in its proper position. Infection can occur with any operation. If infection were to occur around a facial implant and did not clear up after treatment with antibiotics, the implant might have to be temporarily removed and replaced at a later time. Other, less-frequent risks may be associated with certain implants. Be sure to ask your plastic surgeon for a description of the risks associated with the procedure in which you are interested. Some of the implant materials are made of a solid silicone. Currently, there is no scientific evidence that this is a harmful substance. Your plastic surgeon will be happy to discuss any current scientific findings concerning the type of implant you're considering. Recovery: You will experience some discomfort and swelling in the affected area for several days. It's normal to experience some temporary difficulty with smiling and talking. Black and blue marks may be visible around the chin and neck. Your plastic surgeon will instruct you about dental hygiene, eating and any restrictions to your activities after surgery. Duration of Results: Permanent. Before/After  Click here for more information about Chin Surgery. |
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