Chin Augmentation

• General
• The Consultation
• The Operation
• Recovery
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Both chin reduction and chin augmentation are usually performed under general anaesthesia. Typically they are done as day cases.

Both procedures may be performed either through an incision inside the mouth or one placed under the chin. If the procedure is being done at the same time as a face lift or neck lift, the incision will most likely be placed under the chin and also used as access for the neck rejuvenation.

In the case of chin augmentation, an implant may be used or the bone may be reshaped.

• When an implant is used, chin tissues are first freed from the bone. The implant is then placed, adjusted as needed and fixed to the bone with two titanium screws. The chin tissues are then reattached over the implant and your wounds are closed with absorbable stitches.
• If the bones are to be reshaped, a horizontal wedge of bone is removed from the lower part of the chin, moved forward and fixed into its new position. In the case of chin reduction the bone may be burred down or actually cut.
• Working from side to side, the cosmetic surgeon may burr down the chin bone to a smoother, more pleasing contour.
• Alternatively, he may remove a wedge of bone just over the chin point. The chin is then repositioned slightly back and higher up to produce a chin in better harmony with your other features.