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● Abdominoplasty ● Augmentation Rhinoplasty ● Blepharoplastry ● Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) ● Breast Augmentation ● Breast Lift ● Breast Reduction ● Chin Augmentation ● Ear Tuck Surgery (Otoplasty) ● Facelift ● Forehead Lift / Brow Lift (Classical or Endoscopic) ● Liposuction ● Neck Lift ● Reduction Rhinoplasty ● Teeth Whitening

Chin Augmentation

Length of the Procedure: 
1 hour
Type of Anesthesia:
Local Anesthesia
Recovery:
Back to work: 5 days (normal activities)
Laboratory Requests: Chest X-ray, Complete Blood Count, Bleeding time, Clotting time (Pro time)
Pre-OP Procedures: No Alcohol, Vitamin E, Aspirin (and other blood thinners), Herbal drugs & teas.
Post-OP Procedures: Suture removal 4 to 5 days
 
What is a Chin Augmentation?
  • A Chink Augmentation is a surgical procedure which uses solid silicone implants to add contour of the chin.
Who are best candidates for a Chin Augmentation?
  • Men and women with weak or receding chins with normal bite
What to expect?                                    
  • Temporary bruising and swelling face
  • Difficulty in chewing and brushing teeth
  • Temporary Numbness
What are the risks?
  • Any surgical procedure carries certain risks and possible complications. Your surgeon will discuss these risks with you during your consultation. Some of the potential complications are:
    • Hematoma
    • Sensory changes
    • Infection
    • Asymmetry
    • Displacement
    • Extrusion of implant
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