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Chin Surgery
Indications:
- Retruding chin
- Prominent chin
- Less angled lower jaw
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Procedure Description:
- The procedure is done on an outpatient basis under sedation and local or general anesthesia.
- Chin and lower jaw implants are placed through incisions in the mouth.
- Chin bone may be cut to either advance it forward or place it backward.
Intended Result:
- Enhancement of the chin and lower jaw with an improved self image.
- Retrusion of prominent jaw to conform to facial features.
Recuperation and healing:
- Compression garments are worn for lower jaw and chin implants for at least one week full time and at night for 3 weeks.
- Swelling and bruising will subside in 2- 3 weeks.
- Light activities can be resumed as tolerated. Aerobic activities can be started in about 4 weeks.
Additional Procedures to enhance results:
Facelift
Liposuction
Eyelid lift
Browlift
Rhinoplasty
Face Procedures
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