There are a few ways to perform chin augmentation, one of them is by inserting an implant under the skin of the chin. The implant to be used can be either silicone or real bone/fat tissue. Another common technique is by moving the bones. A chin augmentation may be performed at a hospital or in a surgeon’s clinic, and may take approximately 1 to 2 hours.
During the initial consultation, your surgeon will ask about your age, goals, and medical history. A complete evaluation of your face, dental history, skin type and healing capacity are likewise part of the diagnosis to determine if chin augmentation is safe for you.
Ideally, you should not make a decision until you fully understand how the procedure works. The technique and anaesthesia that will be used should be jointly decided by you and your surgeon. You may be asked stop smoking or discontinue certain medications two weeks before your scheduled surgery.
Normally, you’d feel groggy and nauseous once the anaesthesia wears off. Your surgeon will prescribe you some pain medications to ease discomfort. For the first two weeks, you will experience soreness. Bruises will disappear in 2 weeks to 1 month. The stitches in your mouth may last for 4 to 6 weeks. Most patients are able to return to work in a week after the surgery.
