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Chin
Reduction / Augmentation Surgery |
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Chin reduction / Augmentation
is an effective way of dealing with the common problem of a receding
chin or a prominent chin. It can greatly improve the profile of a
person by making noses and overbites appear smaller and leave the
face better proportioned, giving an overall balanced effect. |
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What does Chin
Reduction / Augmentation Surgery Involve? |
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A jutting out chin can be reduced by
removing some of the chin bone, while a recessive chin can be built
out. In augmentation the surgeon uses a shaped implant to define the
jaw. The implant is positioned beneath the skin through an incision
made from inside the mouth or below the chin. Once the implant is in
place fine sutures are used to secure it. The incision is made
inside the mouth and so there will be no visible scar. |
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How long does Chin
Augmentation surgery take? |
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The procedure normally takes between
2-3 hours depending on its complexity. This procedure is usually
carried out as a day case and will involve an overnight stay in
hospital. You can then normally return home the day following
surgery. |
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What can I expect
from a Chin Reduction? |
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Your expectations need to be
realistic. Surgery should achieve an aesthetically balanced chin,
mid-face and upper face helping to bring the face into balance and
along the way, help to give you greater confidence. |
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Recovery
after a Chin Reduction / Augmentation Procedure |
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What will happen in
the recovery period? |
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It is normal to experience slight
swelling and bruising which should settle down within two weeks of
surgery. Any numbness will usually subside after a few days and
talking, yawing, and eating may be uncomfortable during this time.
All sutures will dissolve within this time. If they have to be
removed the surgeon will usually do this around 10 days after the
operation. |
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What is the
recovery time from Chin Reduction / Augmentation surgery? |
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Most people are able to go back to
work within a week of surgery. However your surgeon may suggest you
take 1-2 weeks off work. A soft diet is recommended for about a week
and strenuous activities should be avoided for up to 2 weeks. Any
situation which might involve facial contact should be avoided for
up to 6 weeks. |
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