A well defined chin helps give balance to the face and creates a major part of one's profile. When people look in the mirror, most focus on the size and shape of their noses, their ears, sagging jowls, or fine wrinkling of the skin. But even though few examine their chins with the same discerning eye, having a "weak chin" is certainly not an asset. Dr. Honrado may suggest that changes in chin size or shape may enhance a profile as much as rhinoplasty. Fortunately, this is a relatively straightforward procedure that can make a major difference.
Is Chin Surgery For You? A pleasing, balanced profile can be achieved by inserting an implant to build up a receding chin. The result can be greater facial harmony and the impression of a stronger chin/jawline.
Making The Decision For Chin Surgery During the consultation, Dr. Honrado will thoroughly examine your chin and jaw to pinpoint possible areas for improvement. In some instances, the surgeon will suggest chin surgery as a supplement to rhinoplasty because a small chin can make the nose appear larger. Dr. Honrado will also weigh other factors that could influence the outcome of surgery such as age and skin type. Understanding the Surgery
To augment the chin, Dr. Honrado begins by making an incision either in the natural crease line just under the chin. By gently stretching this tissue, Dr. Honrado creates a pocket where an implant can be inserted. This implant is made of synthetic material that feels much like natural tissue normally found in the chin, is available in a wide variety of sizes which allows for custom fitting of the implant to the configurations of your face. After implantation, the surgeon uses fine sutures to close the incision. The scar is usually imperceptible.
What To Expect After The Surgery Immediately after surgery, a dressing is applied that will remain in place for two to three days. You will experience some tenderness. Dr. Honrado will prescribe medications to help control any post-operative discomfort.
Chewing will probably be limited immediately after chin surgery so it may be helpful for you to be on a liquid and soft food diet for a few days after surgery. You may feel a stretched, tight sensation after the surgery, but this usually subsides in a week.
After approximately six weeks, most swelling will be gone, and you can enjoy the results of your procedure. Rigorous activity may be prohibited for the first few weeks after surgery. Normal activity can be resumed after approximately ten days.
Ancillary Procedures to chin augmentation (mentoplasty)
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A well defined chin helps give balance to the face and creates a major part of one's profile. When people look in the mirror, most focus on the size and shape of their noses, their ears, sagging jowls, or fine wrinkling of the skin. But even though few examine their chins with the same discerning eye, having a "weak chin" is certainly not an asset. Dr. Honrado may suggest that changes in chin size or shape may enhance a profile as much as rhinoplasty. Fortunately, this is a relatively straightforward procedure that can make a major difference.