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Many people have a chin that is just too small
for their face. When one has a lack of chin
projection, the face is weakened. It can also
make the nose look longer than it really is. For
this reason, many patients will seek surgery to
improve the appearance of the chin. This is
accomplished by an osteotomy or by inserting a
small synthetic implant over the natural bone.
The operation can also greatly enhance the
results of a face lift, since loss of chin
projection may occur with aging. Chin
augmentation is also commonly combined with
facial liposuction, where fat is removed from
under the chin and from the neck.
A small incision is made either underneath the
chin or inside the mouth. A sterile implant,
similar to the consistency of a normal chin, is
placed in front of the bone to increase the
projection of the chin. The implant is secured
and the incision is sutured closed.
Alternatively, a bony osteotomy may be performed
and the chin and soft tissues are advanced to
create facial balance and a natural, improved
appearance.
Some swelling and bruising can be expected and
usually subsides within the first two weeks.
After healing, the skin drapes smoothly over the
implants. The implants themselves conform to the
bone and are usually undetectable. The added
projection of the chin results in significant
improvement which is especially apparent in
profile. |
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