Overview
Chin Surgery or Mentoplasty involves Chin Augmentation and Chin Reduction Surgeries. Chin Augmentation surgery is performed to improve the bone contour of the chin area whereas Chin Reduction surgery reduces the size and shape of the prominent chin. According to your needs and requirements, you can choose the most suitable procedure for you to enhance your features and look your best.
Introduction
A well-defined, chiseled jawline plays a major role in defining our facial features, aesthetic beauty, and overall appearance. However, some people struggle with overly large, prominent, or weak and recessed chin which hampers their look and makes them feel very self-conscious. Chin Surgery (Chin Augmentation or Chin Reduction), also known as Mentoplasty, is the ultimate solution if you struggle with such problems.
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What Is Chin Augmentation And Chin Reduction?
Chin Surgery includes Chin Augmentation and Chin Reduction –
- Chin Augmentation: Chin Augmentation involves the placement of an implant around a patient’s existing chin bone to augment the size and shape of the chin and achieve a more naturally attractive balance between facial features and improve the contours of the chin, neck, and jawline.
- Chin Reduction: Chin Reduction is a surgical procedure that reduces the size of an overly large or too prominent chin. Chin Reduction aims to restore natural aesthetic balance to the face by altering the mandible (lower jaw) to more balanced portions and shape.
Who Is An Ideal Candidate For Chin Surgery?
following are the guidelines for who can receive chin surgery and why:
- The candidate should be overall healthy.
- Anyone can receive Chin Surgery given that their facial growth is completed.
- Chin Surgery is not recommended for patients with Periodontal disease.
- If you are unhappy with the appearance of your chin in any way, then Chin Surgery is the right solution for you.
Chin Surgery can be performed for –
- Correcting malformation of the chin due to developmental abnormalities of the bones in the jaw.
- Craniofacial reconstruction post-trauma or cancer surgery.
- Correcting any deformities that affect the speaking and chewing ability of a patient. This is usually done along with Orthognathic surgery.
What To Expect At The Consultation With Dr. Abizer Kapadia?
Dr. Abizer Kapadia gives the utmost importance to the consultation as it is the step where you understand the procedure, all the aspects of it, and analyze your comfort level with the doctor and his/her staff. During the consultation, Dr. Abizer Kapadia will guide you through the whole process with all the details and will discuss different procedures, the suitable procedure for you, preparation for the surgery, and recovery process, helping you make an informed decision. Dr. Abizer will also discuss and understand your reasons for getting surgery and help you have realistic goals and expectations from the surgery.
During the consultation, you should prepare yourself for a physical examination and to discuss your medical history, previous surgeries, drug allergies, medical conditions, and other such topics concerning your health. Dr. Abizer also urges his patients to ask questions and queries to resolve any doubts they may have regarding the surgery, procedure, risks involved, results as his utmost priority lies in the safety and satisfaction of his patients.
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How To Prepare For Chin Surgery?
- During the consultation, the right method to perform the surgery is finalized and in the case of Chin Surgery, the right type of implant is decided.
- In case you smoke, you will be asked to quit for the time period prescribed by Dr. Abizer.
How Chin Surgery Is Performed?
Chin Augmentation –
- Chin Augmentation is performed by inserting an implant under the skin of the chin. It is a 45-minute procedure.
- An incision is made under the chin (submental) or inside the mouth (intraoral). Through this incision, a pocket is created for the implant to be inserted. It is then positioned properly by the surgeon.
- The incision is then closed using sutures, surgical tape, or staples.
- Chin can also be augmented temporarily for a short duration by dermal fillers. This is a non-surgical chin augmentation procedure.
Chin Reduction –
- An incision is made under the chin (submental) or inside the mouth (intraoral).
- Through this incision, the surgeon removes the excess bone from the chin.
- The incision is then closed using sutures, surgical tape, or staples.
What Are The Risks Associated With Chin Surgery?
- Chances of infection, bleeding and scarring
- Pain and swelling
- Hematoma
- Asymmetry
- Changes in sensation
- A shift in implant position
- Undesirable results
All these risks are very uncommon and will not occur in one patient. Dr. Abizer takes utmost care to avoid the occurrence of any risks and complications during the surgery.
How Is Recovery After Chin Surgery?
- Mild swelling and discomfort might be experienced by the patients. This is temporary and diminishes in the next few days.
- You will be recommended to use an elastic bandage or compression garment to minimize the swelling and support the chin.
- Depending on the incision, the patients may be placed on a liquid diet.
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