Chin Implant

GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Cosmetic Surgery is surgery you do not need – (totally / purely elective surgery)
• Long or repeated consultations
• Realistic Expectations are the Key to Success
• Safety
• Natural results

PROBLEM:

• Chin deformity unique to individual
• Imbalance with other facial features (especially nose and lips)

GOALS:

• Reshape the structure (using the implant) to improve the aesthetic proportions
• Anticipate the inevitable redraping of the skin and subcutaneous tissues
• Avoid functional compromise

LIMITATIONS:

• Cannot recreate young skin
• Cannot alter developmental asymmetries
• Cannot prevent continued aging
• Cannot solve personal problems
• GOALS MAY ONLY BE PARTIALLY MET

HOW LONG WILL IT LAST?:

• Aging will continue
• Surgical changes will be permanent

SURGICAL TECHNIQUE / ANESTHESIA/ FACILITY:

• Regional Anesthesia with Sedation vs. General Anesthesia
• Outpatient Operating Suite vs. Hospital
• Incisions/Muscle & Fascia Repair/Removal of Fat
• Dressings/Support Garments
• Post-op hospitalization
• Return to normal activities (usually 7 days)

POST-PROCEDURE INSTRUCTIONS:

• Ice pack to the area immediately after procedure
• Continue ice packs until you sleep on day of procedure
• Continue ice packs intermittently as much as you can on day 2
• Specific written wound care instructions will be given by the nurse before you leave on the day of your procedure