Chin Augmentation

Procedure: Change the basic shape and balance of the face using carefully shaped implants to build up a receding chin or reshape the jawline.

Length: 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Anesthesia: Local with sedation, or general. Outpatient.

Side Effects: Temporary discomfort, swelling, bruising, numbness and/or stiffness.

Risks: Shifting or imprecise positioning of implant, or infection around it, requiring a second operation or removal. Excess tightening and hardening of scar tissue around an artificial implant ("capsular contracture"), causing unnatural shape.

Recovery: Back to work: about 1 week.
Normal appearance: 2 to 4 weeks. Activity that could jar or bump face: 6 weeks or more.

Duration of Results: Permanent
 

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