Bonita Springs Chin Implant doctors

	Stephen Prendiville, MD Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon 9407 Cypress Lake Drive Suite A, Fort Myers		15 answers
	David L. Mobley, MD Sarasota Plastic Surgeon 2255 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
	Robert V. Mandraccia, MD Naples Plastic Surgeon 9400 Gladiolus Dr. Suite 105, Fort Myers

Recent Answers

Prevent Chin Implant Erosion? What are the common safety measures to prevent chin implant erosion? Are there better sucess rates for certain techniques or types of implants that others?

A: Chin Implant and Bone Erosion

There is radiographically documented subtle bone erosion with silastic chin implants. The resorption is believed to be less with PTFE (Goretex) implants, but silastic implants are not porous and are easier to manage in the event of an infection. Is there a way to prevent this radiographic finding? Not that I am aware of. However, in a healthy patient with adequate bone mass, bone resorption does not typically present clinical problems. I have seen a number of patients with chin implants in place for 20 plus years without incident.

Stephen Prendiville, MD

Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon

Why Can't my 14 Year-old Son Have a Chin Implant? We want to correct our son's facial disfigurement, but he's 14, why is this too young for a chin implant?

A: Chin Implant at Age 14

I agree with Dr. Blinski. Facial growth and development take longer to fully develop in boys than in girls, and isn't complete until a minimum of 17-18.

Stephen Prendiville, MD

Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon

Am I a Good Candiate for a Chin Implant? I am a 21 year old female. I am interested in getting a chin implant for my weak chin. I was told by my orthodontist 4 years ago that I should get orthognathic surgery but I decided against it. I am happy with my appearance except my chin looks bumpy when my mouth is closed and I have an unbalanced profile. Would I be better for jaw surgery or a chin implant?

A: Chin Implant?

Based on the photos shown and assuming that you do not have a severe overbite, a chin implant would be a good option. However, if your Orthodontist advised that you consider orthognathic surgery, I am assuming that there probably is a considerable issue with your dental alignment. Orthognathic surgery is much more involved and requires more recovery time, but may ultimately be a better option because it will address the cosmetic and Orthodontic issues present.

Stephen Prendiville, MD

Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon