Chin Implant Too Big, Can't Close Mouth? (photo)

I had chin augmentation almost 4 wks ago now , and my lower lip is still unable to join the upper one. Tissue is stretched over chin due to size I chose (+8mm) , implant is subperiostal (coralline) and will integrate as bone within 5 monthes. This type of implant has no resorption usualy mentalis muscle has been reattached , I think properly ?because muscle is competent ,lip is rising ok (I can touch upper lip ) I completly satisfy with size , I just fear not beeing able to close mouth anymore!

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2 Doctor Answers | Asked by Richard in Poland

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Lower Lip Incompetence After Chin Augmentation

It is very common for chin augmentation patients to experience some 'lower lip incompetence' due to tissue stretch, muscle disruption and sensory changes. This is a temporary concern that should resolve itself by three months after surgery. in the interim, I would work on lip closing/stretch exercises which should help solve it even sooner.

Chin Implant Too Big, Can't Close Mouth?

Sounds like a serious issue in size choice. Best to discuss with your operative surgeon for possible reduction in size or full removal.

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Richard in Poland 13 Aug 2012

Thks Dr(s) for your opinions. Now 2 monthes , situation is stable , still this ptosis (slightly chin sagging ,lip ptosis). I'm going to wait 4 more monthes to have everythinh healed before correction. mentalis resuspension is necessary , but what has happened is that surgeon already did during surgery a special suspension piercing mandibula to fixe anchors/stiches here , because due to volume it has been tough to close
here is 3D CBCT 1 week after surgery , we can see 4 holes in incisiva fossa http://nsa29.casimages.com/img/2012/08/13//120813092604240183.jpg
now I have 3 monthes to find the best (in europe)to correct this :(

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