Chin Augmentation

Description:
Chin Augmentation is performed to enhance the look of the chin, either through an implant or surgical bone repositioning. Chin Augmentation can provide with a jaw line that it is completely proportional with the rest of your face, giving you the confidence you never knew you were missing.

Time Required:
The length of Chin Augmentation surgery varies based on the individual situation but 1-2 hours is typical

In/Out Patient:
Outpatient.

Side Effects:
The side effects of Chin Augmentation may include; a varied sensations of hot and cold, tightness in the area surrounding the mouth, and temporary swelling and bruising.

Risks:
All surgeries carry with them some risk. The specific risks involved in Chin Augmentation are: movement of the implant, asymmetry, and numbness. Some of these may require a second surgery to be repaired

Duration of Results:
Chin Augmentation surgery results are usually permanent.

Recovery Time:
Most patients return to work 1-2 weeks after having the surgery performed. Strenuous exercise should be avoided for up to a month.

Insurance:
Due to the cosmetic nature of Chin Augmentation, it is not usually covered by insurance.

Level of Discomfort:
There will be come pain and discomfort immediately following the surgery but this can usually be easily managed through normal pain relievers.

Anesthesia:
General Anesthesia is usually employed.

Also Known As:
There is a version of the procedure is called sliding osteotomy. Also Chin Surgery, and Chin Implants.