Chin & Cheek Implants

A patient may undergo Chin and/or cheek implants to correct proportion issues in the face. Chin implants, or mentoplasty, are a way for a patient to recontor the facial structure. Cheek implants, or malarplasty, add a new ampleness to the face. With new cheeks a new chin, a patient can feel proportioned and symmetrical.

Reasons for Considering:

• Give length to a small chin
• Define facial features
• Proportion the characteristics of the face
• Provide cheeks with fullness and height

Procedure Detail

Cheek augmentation involves the insertion of cheek implants through surgery and injections of fat or other dermal fillers. Cheek implants can be created to fit each individual's face, and are made from several different types of materials including silicone and polyethylene. This procedure is generally performed on an outpatient basis, depending on whether other procedures are also being performed.

A chin augmentation procedure (also known as genioplasty) is a cosmetic surgical procedure in which the facial structure is balanced, corrected weak chin caused by congenital deficiency, age-related bone resorption or an accident. The chin is reshaped through the use of a chin augmentation, an injectable paste, or by changing the shape of the bone to augment the bone structure, making the chin more or less prominent. The chin augmentation procedure can be done as a standalone surgery, or combined with other facial cosmetic surgery procedures.

Recovery

When surgery is complete bandages are placed with tape in the wounded areas to reduce swelling. After having surgery, the patient needs to stay home and get a lot of rest. A liquid diet might be necessary if the patient is having trouble eating. They then are instructed to move as little as possible.

Over the counter pain relievers can subdue any minor aches and pains the patient may be complaining of. After the procedure, patients should follow the directions of the doctor to avoid any post-operation problems. Keeping the head elevated during the initial recovery phase is also important.

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