This page offers a general overview of cosmetic surgery procedures on paticuler areas of the body. For more in-depth information on these procedures, please consult our experienced doctors.
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In the human anatomy, the chin is the lowermost part of the face. But it has a lot to do do with the looks of a person.
Cosmetic surgical offerings on chin Disorder of the chin can be removed by Cosmetic Surgery. Many people with a recessive chin feel self-conscious and want to change the shape and projection. This type of chin may be easily corrected by inserting a chin implant that increases the size of the chin.
CHIN AUGMENTATION
Chin implants can enhance your appearance and bolster your self esteem. If you are looking for improvement, not perfection, in your appearance and are realistic in your expectations, you may find that a facial implant is the right choice for you. Insertion of a chin implant may take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour. During the procedure, the surgeon selects the proper size and shape implant to enhance your appearance and inserts 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.
Procedure: Insertion of a chin implant Length: 30 minutes to an hour. Anesthesia: Usually locally with sedation or general. Side Effects: Infection, bleeding, rejection, asymmetry or implant shifting. Risks:Temporary bruising, swelling, numbness and tenderness of skin. 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.
