Chin Augmentation: San Francisco Bay Area
The chin is an important component of
the overall facial profile. However, if the chin is too small,
a chin implant is required for correction.
The Procedure For Chin Augmentation
A patient's chin may be augmented by
placing an implant in the area through a mouth incision made
behind the lower lip. Small sutures are used to close the incision,
and external bandages are applied to the chin area.
After Your Chin Implant Surgery
There is a minimal amount of discomfort
following your chin augmentation surgery. There will be swelling and bruising
that may last from seven to ten days. Keeping your head elevated
and apply cold compresses will help to reduce swelling. As your
incisions heal, you will notice some itching and possibly some
numbness. These symptoms will diminish over time. You may wear
make-up after three days and your sutures will dissolve in a
few weeks. Strenuous activity is restricted for six weeks.
Keeping the head slightly elevated when reclining, and applying
cold compresses, may help reduce swelling. Chewing may be difficult
for four to seven days and numbness around the treated area
may occur for a period of time. Brushing the teeth is sometimes
difficult for several days.
If you have any questions regarding Chin Augmentation, or wish
to schedule a consultation with Dr. Rajagopal, please call the
San Francisco
Plastic Surgery & Laser Center at 415-392-3333.
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