chin SURGERY

The chin bone structure is a determinant of the overall appearance of the face. Through various techniques, plastic surgery can change the Mentone retracted in excess or too prominent, to improve facial harmony. Such surgical procedures are effective where there is dental malocclusion, or congenital problems in the jaw. Often this is done together with a rhinoplasty, to obtain a more attractive profile as a whole.



Are the results permanent?

Generally the results are permanent.



How should I prepare?

In a prior consultation your surgeon will decide the next steps in line with their expectations, their needs, their medical history and your current health status. We carried out a study, analyzing an X-ray photo and a profile to assess the problem and determine the optimal procedure for correction. Aspirin and other drug use Anticoagulants should be left to take a period of time prior to surgery. Tell your doctor about your habits and health problems, since some of them, such as smoking and high blood pressure can influence its future development. It is of particular importance let you know if you have dental problems or gums. Your surgeon will give you additional information prior and inform him about the risks and potential complications. It is appropriate that I plan to have someone accompany him back to his house.



Does it require general anesthesia?

In most cases applies local anesthesia with sedation, but, according to the particular characteristics and complexity of the operation, it may be advisable to general anesthesia. In the first case the patient is relaxed and feeling no pain, the second is asleep.



How is the operation?

It is important to note that this procedure must be designed according to the specific characteristics of each patient. To increase the chin is made an incision inside the mouth between the lower lip and gum-or outdoors, under the chin. Then they turn away the tissue and creating a kind of pocket where the implant is inserted. The silicone implants are usually solid or other materials are produced in various ways and according to the needs of the patient, and safety certifications are approved by the National Administration of Medicines, Food and Medical Technology (ANMAT) and countries European Union (EU). To close the incision is sutured. The operation usually lasts between 30 minutes and one hour.

If it is necessary to reduce the chin, the incisions are the same, but is cut off the excess bone is carved up or obtain the desired size and shape.



What is the recovery?

This operation can be done in a sanatorium or in an outpatient surgery center. At the end of the intervention is put a bandage is removed after two to five days. The patient feels mild discomfort and pain to be controlled with medication. There may be feelings of numbness. The first week shows soft diet and limit mastication. The swelling usually give up after a month and a half. For a time should be limited physical activity. The scars are imperceptible as they are inside the mouth or hidden by the natural crease of the chin. The success of the intervention will depend on you to follow strictly the instructions of your plastic surgeon. The chin surgery is safe, provided it is carried out by professionals. Like any medical procedure, is not without risks and complications.

Your surgeon will inform you on the issue