Chin augmentation surgery with implant

The chin largely determines the overall image perception. Its shape depends on the structure of the bones of the lower jaw and muscles, lowering the corner of the mouth and lower lip and fat deposits. Chin augmentation with implant forms and harmonizes the face contours. First, the implant is selected individually for each patient according to shape, size, and volume. Then, if necessary, the plastic surgeon changes it with ordinary scissors or a scalpel, cutting off everything superfluous, working as a sculptor. When planning an operation, a 3D model of the patient's face is created to understand how the appearance will change. Modern technologies allow experimenting with the size of the chin and "fitting" a new image. Chin augmentation surgery will take 1-2 hours. All surgical interventions are performed in the hospital under general anesthesia. To install the implant, the surgeon makes an incision between the gum and lip in the subcutaneous area or the oral cavity. Then, implants are installed under the lower jaw's periosteum, reducing the likelihood of its displacement. In 2-3 days after the operation, the patient may be disturbed by discomfort, swelling, and numbness of the tissue. Painkillers successfully remove them. On average, rehabilitation takes one to two weeks.