Chin Augmentation in Istanbul

Chin augmentation is a surgical procedure performed to improve the bone structure of the chin area

What is Chin Augmentation?

Chin augmentation is a surgical procedure performed to improve the bone structure of the chin area. It is generally done with the placement of an implant directly on the bone of the chin. In this way, the implants can give more projection to an underprojected chin and the procedure can define an underdeveloped chin and give more prominence to it. The goal of this procedure is to enhance the contours like jawline and neck, and therefore improve the overall facial harmony. The placement of implants around the bone of the chin changes the shape of the face and it enhances the harmony of other facial features. *1 For example, the shape of the chin and nose size are related, and chin augmentation can easily be combined and performed together with other procedures such as rhinoplasty, neck lift, and facelift.

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Chin Augmentation — before & after

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Who Is A Good Candidate For Chin Augmentation?

It is not hard to be eligible for a chin augmentation procedure. If you are reading this, you are probably a candidate! You may be a good candidate: If you have an underdeveloped chin (small, weak or recessed chin) that lacks prominence If you are not happy with the appearance of your chin area and facial profile If your facial features are fully developed and you’re in overall good health

What are the Expected Outcomes of Chin Augmentation?

The outcomes of chin augmentation can be analyzed in two main categories: aesthetical and psychological. Chin augmentation presents a permanent solution for a recessed chin, which offers augmented size and projection. Through chin augmentation, you can achieve a more projected chin which will be in harmony with your other facial features. It can provide balance and better facial proportions. Chin implants help to add definition to your receding chin, while enhancing the overall attractiveness of your face, not to mention that you’ll have a better profile! The psychological outcomes of the procedure are as important as the physical ones. For most people, a weak chin makes them feel very self-conscious because an ill-proportioned and a recessed chin can overshadow other facial features, which negatively impact your profile and overall appearance. The chin creates facial definition and plays an important role in the balance of the face. If you are not happy with the appearance of your chin, you can experience serious psychological distress, which can negatively affect your self-confidence and social life. After the procedure, you will have a more positive self-image.

“Chin augmentation is one of the most rewarding plastic surgery procedures which allows us to refine poor chin definition by placing custom sized implants to the jawbone.”

Dr. Erkan Pinegöz

How is a Chin Augmentation Done?

Chin augmentation is a cosmetic surgery procedure performed to change the appearance of the chin and the face. It is customized according to the needs and wishes of the patient.

Anesthesia

This outpatient procedure is typically done with local anesthesia with sedation, but depending on the particular case, it can be performed using general anesthesia.

Surgery

The details of the surgery depend on the patients’ needs and the surgeon’s approach. The surgeons we work with perform several techniques. So, this surgery is unique for each patient. What is suitable for you depends on your anatomical characteristics and your desired goals. In general, chin implants can be placed through small incisions inside the mouth or below the chin which means no or very less visible scarring. *2 The implants are conical, custom sized and made out of biocompatible material such as silicone which quickly sticks to the jawbone while creating a very natural feel and look. *3 After the implants are placed properly, dissolvable sutures or stitches are used to close the incisions. Chin augmentation surgery typically takes less than one hour. Chin Augmentation, as all the other surgeries, have risks to it. But the serious complications are rare. These risks include: Asymmetry Implant displacement: The implant may move out of place before the healing is complete, but after the healing process is done this is not probable. Wearing the chin dressing until the healing is completed will prevent this from ever happening. Bone Resorption: The bone in touch with the implant can erode. The causes of this can be inadequate implant positioning, soft tissue pressure on the implant, wrong placement of the implant, oversized implant, implant’s material as well as the patient’s age and sex. If you choose a highly experienced surgeon, the probability is close to zero. Nerve damage: The mental nerves are close to the surgeon area, if the surgeon is inexperienced, any damage to these nerves can cause loss of sensation in the chin and lip. Extrusion: If implant size is chosen amiss, extrusion can be a complication. Infection Bleeding

What To Expect During A Chin Augmentation Recovery?

After the surgery, a chin dressing might be placed to keep pressure on the implant while allowing to improve adherence of the soft tissue to the jawbone and it is generally removed after 1-3 days. Sutures and stitches are removed within 5 days. Swelling and bruising generally subside in about 7-10 days. Most patients state that there is a very little pain after surgery which can also be eased with pain medication. You will be able to return to work and normal level daily activities in about 3-4 days. You should avoid chewing hard foods for about a week. A soft diet might be advised for 1-7 days. Swelling and bruising will gradually disappear, and they should be difficult to notice after about 10 days. You need to sleep face-up, with your head elevated for 1 to 2 weeks to ease swelling and protect incisions. After one week, you will be able to return to your most daily activities. It is best to avoid tiresome activities for at least two weeks. You should refrain from strenuous exercises for at least 3-4 weeks after the surgery. Your surgeon will follow your recovery and will tell you when you are ready. Your results will be close to the final within a month and your final look will become evident after about 3 months. It is very important to follow post-op instructions. Your surgeon will provide a customized recovery plan based on your needs and your level of healing. A wellbeing assistant will visit you in your hotel room every day during the first week after the surgery. We will expect you to be in our clinic for your post-op examination 1 week after the surgery, before you leave Istanbul. We will still follow your recovery process while you are away. Clineca will provide you with complete support and inform you about everything you need to know during your recovery. We will be with you from your consultation to the very end of your recovery.

What To Do Before Chin Augmentation?

During your online consultation, your surgeon will ask you questions about your medical history. It is of critical importance that you give your doctor every detail, from the conditions you might have to the operations you had in the past, to the medications and supplements you use, to minimize the risks the surgery could bring. They will also conduct a physical examination. Your surgeon will inform you about everything you need to know before the surgery. Clineca will provide you with complete guidance and support before your surgery. You will have a complete and detailed list of instructions. Most important instructions include, Stop smoking at least 2 weeks before the surgery. Avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (such as ibuprofen and aspirin) for 2 weeks before the procedure. Avoid herbal remedies and supplements Take only the medications approved by your surgeon.

What to Do After Chin Augmentation?

What you need to do after the surgery will be explained to you in detail by your surgeon, and Clineca will provide you with all the support and guidance you need. Most important instructions include: Do not smoke for at least 2 weeks after the surgery. Don’t forget your examination in the next few days for the dressings. Do not take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications after the surgery until your surgeon approves using them. Take pain medication and antibiotics prescribed for you by your surgeon. Avoid chewing hard foods for about a week. Rinse your mouth following every meal with antiseptic oral rinse or water. Sleep face-up, with your head elevated for 1-2 weeks. Your surgeon will create an individualized recovery plan based on your chin augmentation procedure and healing rate. You should follow all post-operative instructions meticulously. If anything unusual happens, please contact us. And don’t forget to share some photos of your new look!

“Chin affects the appearance of the whole face. This is why careful and well-planned changes in the chin can transform you into almost another person.”

Dr. Salim İskender

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Frequently asked questions

What is chin augmentation?+

Chin augmentation is a surgical procedure performed to balance the profile by enhancing a poor chin structure and improving overall facial harmony through the placement of surgical implants.

Is chin augmentation risky?+

All surgical procedures have some risks. However, if it is performed by an experienced and talented surgeon, the risk of having a serious problem is very small.

Is chin augmentation painful?+

During surgery, you will not feel pain because of the anesthesia and after the surgery, most of the patients are surprised how little pain there is, which subsides in a week or so.

What type of anesthesia is used during chin augmentation?+

This outpatient procedure is typically done with local anesthesia with sedation, but depending on the particular case, it can be performed using general anesthesia.

How can I choose the implant size?+

There are many variables to consider before deciding the right implant size. During your consultation, your surgeon will conduct a physical examination and determine the best option for your case.

How long does chin augmentation surgery take?+

The surgery typically takes less than an hour.

How long does chin augmentation recovery take?+

The chin dressing is removed after 1-3 days. Sutures are removed within 5 days. Swelling and bruising subside in about 7-10 days. You will be able to return to work and most of your normal level daily activities in about 3-4 days.

Am I a good candidate for chin augmentation?+

If you have a weak chin that lacks prominence, you are a good candidate for chin augmentation.

What is the best age to have chin augmentation?+

There is no certain limitation for this. If your chin is fully developed, you can have chin augmentation.

Will I have visible scars after chin augmentation?+

Chin implants are placed through small incisions inside the mouth or under the chin, which means very little to no visible scarring.

How long swelling and bruising last after chin augmentation?+

Swelling and bruising generally subside in about 7-10 days.

What are the risks of chin augmentation?+

Especially, the risk of a serious problem is very small. But the most common ones are infection and hematoma.

When can I resume my exercise routine after chin augmentation?+

It is best to avoid tiresome activities for at least two weeks. You should refrain from strenuous exercises for at least 3-4 weeks after the surgery. Your surgeon will follow your recovery and will tell you when you are ready.

What are the materials of implants?+

The implants are conical, soft, flexible, custom sized and made of biocompatible materials such as solid silicone.

What should I expect during my chin augmentation consultation?+

Your surgeon will prepare a detailed and customized plan by discussing your goals, desires, and expectations with you. They will ask you some questions about your medical history. It is of critical importance that you give your doctor every detail, from the conditions you might have to the operations you had in the past, to the medications and supplements you use, to minimize the risks the surgery could bring. They will also conduct a physical examination, and provide treatment options and before-after photos.

Why should I pick Clineca for my chin augmentation procedure?+

If you work with highly experienced and understanding doctors such the ones we work with, you will be completely satisfied with your results. As Clineca, we cooperate with doctors who have the highest patient satisfaction rate and chin surgeries are among their specialties. They and their staff work tenderly to provide high quality care and fascinating results. Moreover, as Clineca we provide support throughout your experience in Istanbul, from medical equipments to 7/24 translators to providing you with wellbeing assistance.

How long does chin augmentation last?+

The results of chin augmentation are permanent. Chin implants are designed to last for a lifetime.

Will chin augmentation affect my eating habits?+

You should avoid chewing hard foods for about a week. A soft diet might be advised for 1-7 days.

How does chin augmentation change my appearance?+

Through chin augmentation, you can achieve a more projected chin which will be in harmony with your other facial features.

How do I know how my chin will look like after chin augmentation?+

At Clineca, we are using 3D Imaging System. This technology provides a preview of your chin before your chin augmentation procedure begins.

My chin is too far back. I’m looking for a surgical option without implants.+

In your case, a sliding genioplasty can be a good solution. It is a very effective option for patients who want to correct their chin position. It is mostly done on patients with a weak chin. Sliding genioplasty involves advancing the jawbone without inserting an implant. In a nutshell, the surgeon slides the lower chin forward to produce more chin projection. In a sliding genioplasty, generally, the surgeon uses a surgical saw in order to cut the mandible away from the rest of the chin and move it to correct the receding chin. Foremost, the surgeon pulls down your lower lip and cuts the gum of the lower lip under your bottom teeth, and then the soft tissue is disparted from the jawbone. They use the saw to cut a small line in the chin for reference, which assures the bone stays straight when it is moved forward. Your chin is repositioned, and you can achieve a more harmonious facial profile. However, the details of the surgery depend on the patients’ needs and the surgeon’s approach. If you want further information, please contact us.

My jawline lacks definition and has begun to sag. I don’t want surgery.+

If that is the case, you may consider jaw enhancement treatments. It is a nonsurgical chin augmentation method using cosmetic dermal filler injections which do not require anesthesia or stitches, which means no scarring. Cosmetic fillers help to smooth the contours of your jaw, by doing this, it increases the definition of your jawline. It also decreases the jowls and folds around your jawline. By using dermal filler injections, loose skin can be filled in, and a more youthful appearance can be achieved.

I want to have my chin corrected, but I’m afraid of scars.+

Actually, whether you choose a surgical or a nonsurgical option to have your chin corrected, you should not be worried about scarring. In the case of a chin augmentation with implants, the chin implants are usually placed through small incisions inside the mouth, or below the chin, which means very little visible scarring if any at all. If the external approach is chosen, the scar will be very small and under the chin, which will be barely visible because of its location. If you choose the internal approach, the scar will be in your mouth, and it will disappear completely in time. Therefore, even if you choose a surgical option, you’ll have very little to no scarring. On the other hand, nonsurgical options such as dermal filler injections do not require incisions or stitches, which means no scarring.

I have a fat neck and I have poor jawline definition, but I’m too young for a surgery.+

Sometimes, fat neck is not due to aging but due to a family trait or genetic and if you’re young and your skin is still elastic, neck liposuction may treat your problem. If you want to enhance your jawline by adding definition, you may consider chin augmentation with or without implants. If you are not eligible for a chin surgery because of your age, you may consider jaw enhancement injections. However, if you are under the age of 18, it is best for you to wait until you’re 18 before having a chin implant or a sliding genioplasty because the jawbone is probably still growing, and the thickening of the jawline is not yet complete until the age 18.

My chin is too large to fit in with my other facial features.+

If your chin is too large, you may consider chin reduction surgery to achieve a more pleasing contour for your face. It helps to reshape the chin bone and other structural tissues without the necessity of a facial implant. An especially large and prominent chin gives the impression that the nose and other facial features look so small for the face, and chin reduction provides an effective solution to refine facial contour and definition by creating a harmonious profile. During surgery, the surgeon makes an incision inside the mouth or below the chin. Using a special instrument, he reshapes the chin bone and removes the excess bone to proportion the contour. Then the chin is repositioned, and the incisions are closed. In your case, it seems you are a good candidate for a chin reduction procedure, but in the end your surgeon will decide what’s the best option for your case.

I’m a professional boxer. I’m afraid of the potential risks.+

In your case, it is strongly recommended that you should avoid facial implants until the time you have retired from boxing because even though a soft silicone material is placed into the pocket overlying the jawbone, a hard punch can split the implant and cause a serious trouble. Unfortunately, in this situation, there is always a risk of a serious problem. Nevertheless, you can discuss your particular case with your surgeon during the consultation. They will recommend the best options for your case.

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