Have you ever wondered why your neck does not seem to be well defined? Perhaps you have always noticed that you have a small chin… Chin implant and augmentation procedures are particularly helpful to enhance the facial profile and to establish harmony with other facial features. It is also an excellent adjunct to rhinoplasty - for the right person! Dr. White has published about chin implant surgery in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal and would be happy to assess your candidacy.
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A chin implant also known as a genioplasty, is a simple surgical procedure that helps bring better balance to your facial features. It involves placing a small, custom-shaped implant over the chin bone to create a stronger, more defined chin. This helps improve your facial profile and adds more structure to the lower half of your face. At ARC Plastic Surgery, we perform chin implant surgery using materials that feel natural and look like they've always been a part of you.
aesthetic goals
Chin augmentation can either be accomplished with a chin implant or by osseous genioplasty (chin advancement). The latter involves breaking the chin bone and either sliding it forward or extending it downward. While this surgery is versatile, it carries with it significant risks of chin numbness and tooth damage, among other problems, and still requires placement of an implant in the form of screws and/or a metal plate.
Fortunately, most people can reach their aesthetic goals with a chin implant and do not require the augmentation. Chin implant procedure is an outpatient surgery that can be combined with other surgeries, commonly facelift surgery and rhinoplasty. After determining how much projection you would like to add to your profile with chin implant Miami plastic surgeon Dr. White places the implant against the chin bone through an incision that is hidden well under the chin. The implant can also be placed via an incision in the mouth, however, this carries with it the potential increased risk of implant infection.
A Simple Way to Reshape Your Profile
Your chin plays a big role in how your entire face looks. A small or recessed chin can throw off the balance between your nose, lips, and jawline. For those visiting us in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale chin implants can help with:
Why Patients Love Their Chin Implants
Getting a chin implant can change how you look and how you feel. Many patients report feeling more confident after surgery because their facial profile finally feels balanced.
Some benefits include:
Who Should Consider Chin Augmentation?
Chin augmentation with a chin implant may be a good choice if you feel like your chin is too small or doesn't match the rest of your face. The best candidates for chin implant surgery are:
You may need to wait or consider other options if you have uncontrolled health conditions, allergies to implant materials, or certain dental issues.
Enhancing Your Results
Many patients combine their chin augmentation with other procedures for even better results. Some options include:
Combining procedures can also save you time and money by reducing the number of surgeries and recovery periods you go through. While it can make the surgery and healing process a little longer, it's a worthwhile option for many patients. Dr. White will help you decide if combining procedures makes sense for your cosmetic goals.
How We Bring Your New Look to Life
Chin implant surgery is typically performed using local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on what's best for you. A small incision is made either under the chin or inside the mouth. Dr. White then creates space for the implant and places it over the chin bone. Once everything looks right, the incision is closed and the area is bandaged. The whole procedure usually takes less than an hour.
A Stronger, Balanced Look
Following a chin implant Miami patients will see an improvement in their chin shape and profile, but some swelling is normal. Most patients notice their results taking shape in just a few weeks, with final results showing around three to six months. A chin implant is a permanent solution, and once your body heals, the implant becomes a natural part of your facial structure.
What Recovery Looks Like
Recovery from chin implant surgery is usually pretty easy. Most patients return to work or normal activities within a week. You might have some swelling, tightness, or soreness at first, but that goes away quickly with proper care. Because the implant sits directly on the bone, you may feel some discomfort for the first couple of weeks. Most of the swelling and soreness should ease up after about ten days, but it can take two to three weeks for everything to feel totally normal again.
You'll likely notice some bruising and swelling around the chin area at first. Cold compresses can help reduce swelling, and it's a good idea to keep your head elevated when you sleep. You may also be asked to stick to soft foods if your incision was made inside your mouth. Dr. White will give you detailed instructions to make sure you heal comfortably and safely.
enhance your appearance
At ARC Plastic Surgery in Miami chin implants and/or augmentation make it possible to enhance your appearance and eliminate signs of premature aging that undermine self-confidence. By changing how you look, facial plastic surgery can improve your self-image. Contact our team today.
For many patients, the option to combine cosmetic procedures during a single visit is totally possible and absolutely allowed by most plastic surgeons across the nation. A patient may choose to have a facial implant alongside a facelift, for example. Combining plastic surgeries actually does have a few benefits that patients can take advantage of. For example, by performing two surgeries in one visit, you can take yourself time and significant amounts of money. As a drawback, however, the surgery may take longer to complete and the recovery time could be drawn out a bit further than previously expected. During your visit, your surgeon can determine whether or not combining surgeries into one procedure is worthwhile or even necessary. Their opinion will be the most vital part of the operation. Should this be an ideal option, your plastic surgeon will prepare the necessary steps to perform both operations at once.
Depending on the type of implant a patient opts for, the length one experiences pain varies greatly. For a genioplasty (chin implant), the pain should subside after two or three weeks after the surgery has been completed. The reason such an operation will be painful for such a lengthy period of time is due to the implant being placed on the bone itself. When an implant is placed on such bone, the swelling and pain generally take a bit longer to subside fully.
In terms of recovery, a facial implant will generally begin healing within two weeks. For many, the post-op swelling and pain will be quite minimal after the ten-day mark. During this time period, most patients will experience bruising and swelling within the area of their operation. For a chin implant, the definition will take a few months to fully improve once the procedure has been completed.
Your new life starts here
If you’re considering plastic surgery in Miami, Aventura or Fort Lauderdale, choosing the right plastic surgeon could not be more important. Dr. Jeremy White is the recipient of many honors and awards, including the 2021 Doctor’s Choice Award Miami, the 2016 RealSelf Top 500, and the prestigious Castle Connolly Top Doctors Award Winner since 2017. We invite you to have a consultation about the procedure you need. Schedule your consultation today.
