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How Successful Are Chin Implant Surgeries?

asked 3 years ago by DelB in United States
Latest answer by Thomas Buonassisi, MD
Question viewed 2,335 times

What is the success rate of chin implant surgery? It seems many people get the implants, then have the implants slip. Perhaps the scariest drawback is the threat of permanent nerve damage. How often does that occur?

9 answers to How Successful Are Chin Implant Surgeries?

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One of the most successful operations for facial skeletal augmentation

Chin implant surgery is one of the most successful operations for facial skeletal augmentation in people who have a weak chin. The implants do not slip if they are placed in the proper anatomical position located underneath the periosteum of the bone. Permanent nerve damage is extremely rare; where there is numbness in a small area of the lower lip. This occurs less than 1% of the time.
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

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Chin Augmentation Has Dramatic Effect

Chin augmentation surgery is one of the most underrated plastic surgery procedures. It can have a dramatic effect on a patient's overall facial balance and can substantially improve the angle between the neck and chin. When performed by and experienced plastic surgeon it is very safe and has a low complication rate.
Thomas Buonassisi, MD

Vancouver Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chin Implants Are Good Surgeries

Chin implants in general are well received. There is always the risk of implant movement and nerve injury but these are fairly uncommon. Fortunately, for implant movement, repair is straight forward. Nerve injury is generally temporary.
D.J. Verret, MD

Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chin implant typically a safe a successful procedure

Chin augmentation using chin implants is typically a short and safe operation.  The risks of infection, shifting, and nerve injury are quite low and patient satisfaction is high.
Sam Naficy, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chin implant

If patients are properly selected, the satisfaction from chin implants is exceedingly high.  In experienced hands, the complication rate is very low.  Newer implants have a more anatomic shape and give a pleasing result.  Remember to choose a surgeon who is Board Certified by The American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, or The American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Gregory Pippin, MD

New Orleans Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chin implant surgeries are very successful

I don't have numbers, just personal experinence. Nerve injury, I believe, happens most frequently due to traction on the mental nerves resulting on a numb lip. Other nerve injuries are of course possible, but not as common. Most likely, many people suffer some temporary change or loss of sensation. But then again, most get full recovery. The slippage is another topic, and it is related to the type of implant. Smooth silicone implants may slip. I like the Medpor implant because it is... more
Scott E. Kasden, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Chin implant surgery is often successful

Chin implant placement is one of the easiest and most gratifying surgeries that we do. Provided the implant is chosen properly, including shape, size, and material, it is usually easy to do, fast to heal, and makes a very pleasing difference to the patient. It is unusual for them to slip, again provided the pocket is properly created during surgery. The nerve damage is exceedingly rare. Overall, provided you choose a good surgeon, and the procedure is right for you, it is a successful... more
Stella Desyatnikova, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chin Implant (when done correctly) is extremely successful

Dear DelB, To be honest, I'm somewhat surprised by the question because in our experience, chin implant patients are some of the most satisfied and happiest patients. Obviously, as with any surgery, you want to see someone with experience with the various implants that are possible and someone who understands the aesthetics you are trying to achieve. As for implants slipping, we normally suture the implant to the underlying deep tissues to secure the implant in place, and with a bit of time... more
Peyman Solieman, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chin implant surgery success

Chin implant surgery is performed under local anesthesia with sedation.  It is a very low risk operation, particularly in the hands of an experienced surgeon.  This is an operation that has a very high patient satisfaction rate and there is no way to diet and excersice your chin to enhance it.   Only surgery will improve it. See my interview with Jay Leno re: his chin. see video
Darrick E. Antell, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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