| FAQ : Criteria |
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Who is a candidate for Chin Surgery ? |
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In general, the best candidates for chin surgery are people :
- In good physical health.
- Psychologically stable.
- Wanting to add definition to the face, especially the upper face.
- Understanding the healing process.
- Understanding the limitations of the procedure.
- No known allergies to the implant material used.
- Having realistic expectations for the outcome.
- The above is only a partial list of the criteria that your surgeon will consider in determining whether or not this procedure is appropriate for you. Be sure to ask your surgeon if he / she considers you an ideal candidate for chin surgery. |
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| FAQ : Surgical Procedure |
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What will I need to do before the surgery? |
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Prior to your surgery you will be seen in the office for a consultation with your physician concerning the extent of the procedure and to discuss the results that can be expected. Special attention will be paid to the structure of the face. There will be photographs taken before and after your surgery so that you can compare the improvements of your surgery. Other subjects that will be discussed in the consultation include the type of anesthesia (local or general) to be used and the risks involved. You may also be given some presurgery instructions that could include eliminating the use of aspirin for several weeks prior to the surgery to help avoid excess bleeding. Sometimes antibiotics are prescribed to help prevent infection. |
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How much pain is there? |
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The amount of pain depends on the method used, and varies from person to person. Local anesthetic is used to reduce pain during the surgery. |
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What does the surgery consist of? |
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The surgery will usually begin with you receiving some medication to help you relax. Once the anesthesia has taken effect the doctor will begin the procedure by making incisions inside the mouth or under the chin. If the chin bone is to be moved forward the physician will complete the procedure throught the incision in the mouth. If the procedure involves the placement of a prosthetic chin implant then the procedure may only require one small incision under the chin. The entire procedure could take two hours or more depending on the procedures to be performed. |
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What should I expect following the procedure? |
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After the procedure is complete a compression dressing is applied to the area to prevent bleeding and excess swelling. The dressings will usually be removed wihtin a week. Any pain you experience will be mild to moderate and can be controlled by oral medications.There may be some bruising and swelling around the treated areas. Swelling can be reduced by keeping your head elevated when reclining. Most people are completely ambulatory immediately following this procedure, but rest is recommended for the first day after surgery. Patients are usually able to return to normal activities within a week, although strenuous exercise should be avoided for several weeks along with any other activities that may cause a rise in your blood pressure. Chewing and brushing teeth may be difficult for a time following the surgery. |
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How quick is recovery from Chin Surgery? |
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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. |
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| FAQ : Result |
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What are some of the most common benefits of this surgery? |
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Chin Augmentationt may augment the jaw to correct problems with weak chins, sagging skin in the chin area, and improve the shape and balance of the face. |
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What is the long-term outcome like for most people? |
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Due to swelling, the results of the surgery may not be plainly visible for as long as three or four months. Scars are generally well hidden.
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