The Art of Chin Implant

The chin is the most important aesthetic aspect of the lower part of our face. Having a beautiful chin gives a refined facial outline in women. It is a common cosmetic procedure for anyone who has or feels that their chin is Protruding, Wide & Stubby, Long, and a Receding Chin. In either of the cases, chin surgery enhances and contours the facial structure, strengthening the jaw line and balancing the face. 

Nowadays, Silicone implants are mostly preferred as it comes as the most favorable implants with non-existent side effects. They are soft and hence can be trimmed and contoured in different dimensions to accommodate each patients needs, they blend in significantly, bio-compatible, and easy to remove. 

Positioning of the Chin Implants

The figure on the left shows a recessed chin in which the chin lies behind a vertical line from the lower lip. The image on the right shows the improved position of the chin following augmentation of the chin with a high-grade silicone implant that sits along the lower part of the jaw bone.

There are two ways of inserting a chin implant. It can be either through the mouth (intra-oral positioning) or from below the chin (sub-metal positioning). However, both of them seem favorable; Intra-oral positioning does not leave any visible scarring.

The implants are fixed with small titanium screws that ensure stability, prevent it from displacement and eliminate any gaps between the implants and the mandibular bone. 

Patients, who underwent Chin implant surgery, usually recover within a week or two. No hospitalization is required. The chin is covered with a bandage, which helps to reduce swelling and it is removed in two days. During recovery period, it is important take in liquids and soft food for a week to avoid excessive chewing.