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'''Chin augmentation''' is a surgical procedure designed to increase the prominence of the chin. Although this operation is usually done for [[Cosmetic Surgery|cosmetic reasons]], [[ | '''Chin augmentation''' is a surgical procedure designed to increase the prominence of the [[Chin|chin]]. Although this operation is usually done for [[Cosmetic Surgery|cosmetic reasons]] in order to attain more ideal facial contours, it is also performed for the reconstruction of the face after trauma or surgical eradication of a [[Malignancy|malignancy]] has caused a deformity, or when a congenital deformity is present. | ||
The chin is one of the more important features in the human face, and it is one of the features in people that shows [[Sexual Dimorphism|sexual dimorphism]]. That term means that different forms exist according to gender, and the proportions of the chin do differ in male and female faces. | |||
Some swelling and perhaps [[bruising]] can occur, but this will be helped by an application of tape or other material. This tape is removed about a week after the surgery is performed. [[Pain]] and discomfort last for several days following the procedure, but this can be eased by an oral [[analgesic]]. Some facial movements, such as [[Speech|talking]] and [[Smile|smiling]], may be difficult for several days following the surgery. | Some swelling and perhaps [[bruising]] can occur, but this will be helped by an application of tape or other material. This tape is removed about a week after the surgery is performed. [[Pain]] and discomfort last for several days following the procedure, but this can be eased by an oral [[analgesic]]. Some facial movements, such as [[Speech|talking]] and [[Smile|smiling]], may be difficult for several days following the surgery. | ||
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implants are made in various shapes and sizes. They are made out of both solid and semi-solid materials. | implants are made in various shapes and sizes. They are made out of both solid and semi-solid materials. | ||
Most often, an [[incision]] is made inside the lower lip, or under the chin. An implant of the desired size and shape is then placed inside the chin. If the incision is inside the [[mouth]], it is closed with [[suture]]s (stitches) that later dissolve. If the incision is under the chin, removable sutures are used. At the end of the [[surgery]], the chin is often taped to minimize [[swelling]]. The procedure generally takes between 30 and 60 minutes. | |||
=Performed in conjunction with rhinoplasty= | =Performed in conjunction with rhinoplasty= | ||
Revision as of 09:18, 21 February 2007
Chin augmentation is a surgical procedure designed to increase the prominence of the chin. Although this operation is usually done for cosmetic reasons in order to attain more ideal facial contours, it is also performed for the reconstruction of the face after trauma or surgical eradication of a malignancy has caused a deformity, or when a congenital deformity is present.
The chin is one of the more important features in the human face, and it is one of the features in people that shows sexual dimorphism. That term means that different forms exist according to gender, and the proportions of the chin do differ in male and female faces.
Some swelling and perhaps bruising can occur, but this will be helped by an application of tape or other material. This tape is removed about a week after the surgery is performed. Pain and discomfort last for several days following the procedure, but this can be eased by an oral analgesic. Some facial movements, such as talking and smiling, may be difficult for several days following the surgery.
Types of chin augmentation procedures
Implant
implants are made in various shapes and sizes. They are made out of both solid and semi-solid materials.
Most often, an incision is made inside the lower lip, or under the chin. An implant of the desired size and shape is then placed inside the chin. If the incision is inside the mouth, it is closed with sutures (stitches) that later dissolve. If the incision is under the chin, removable sutures are used. At the end of the surgery, the chin is often taped to minimize swelling. The procedure generally takes between 30 and 60 minutes.