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Chin Implants - Where Are the Satisfied Patients?

asked 1 year ago by AverageGuy
Latest answer by Andrew Miller, MD
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If Chin Implant surgery produces such good satisfactory results and is a rather easy surgery to perform as Doctors have noted, then why are there so many negative feedbacks, and lack of positive feedbacks, as on this site for instance? I'm planning on getting this surgery but I'm not feeling all that confidant because of the prior reasons mentioned.

12 answers to Chin Implants - Where Are the Satisfied Patients?

Chin Implant Expectations Need to Be Realistic

When I talk to patients about chin implants, I am very realistic in telling them what they can expect. The amount of projection and shape that can be achieved with a chin implant is moderate at best most of the time. If a patient is looking for an extreme amount of re-shaping or projection, then other forms of plastic surgery need to be addressed (eg orthognathic surgery, adding a facelift or necklift.) Further, the materials used for a chin implant are usually silicone... more

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

Chin Implant Satisfaction

The poor level of satisfaction in the past may have been related to older implant shapes and design. Implantech has a wide variation of anatomically conforming implants that look great in the appropriate patient. Patient selection for the procedure is also critical, because a good candidate generally looks much better after the procedure. As others have noted, it is a fairly straight forward procedure. However, as with any procedure, there is a variation in skill and... more

Stephen Prendiville, MD
Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon

Chin Implants - Where Are the Satisfied Patients?

GREAT question! Yes the 50% acceptance rating on REAL SELF is of concern. Yes, it is an easy operation to preform technically but the judgement as to the exact size and shape of implant is the real issue. Thusly I suspect the 50% is due to this issue. My best advise is obtain at ;east 3 evaluations from boarded PS in your area. Best from MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski, 305 598 0091

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Low "Worth it" Index for Chin Implant Surgery

You are right. I never noticed that it had a 50% rating on this site. Typically, patients seem to be pleased wiht the surgery and it is a relatively straightforward procedure with minimal recovery time and a higher satisfaction rate consistent with other cosmetic procedures see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Chin Implants ARE Great. But, How Specialized Are the Surgeons

It's a shame you have only heard the negative. The operative is quick, with a hidden incision and rapid healing and return to normal activities. We have had patients go to parties the evening of the surgery. Like most procedures in cosmetic surgery, the more specialized the doctor, the better the chance of success. Some surgeons are superstars at breast augentation and other body procedures but may not do enough chin implants to be tip-top at it. If you were to ask the... more

Robert Kotler, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Chin Implant - worth doing?

If you need a chin implant, you are more than likely going to be happy after surgery. It is almost a slam dunk as far as surgeries go. Pick a surgeon that has done a bunch, it is not a particularly difficult surgery, make sure he is using a silastic anatomic implant and you are good to go. As far as these sites go, usually it is the unhappy patient with problems that get on and post, the happy ones merrily go on with their lives. So you are getting a skewed picture, even then 51%... more

Peter T. Truong, MD
Fresno Oculoplastic Surgeon

Chin implants offer long term, high satisfaction rates

Chin augmentation with a chin implant is an extremely common procedure performed as a stand alone procedure or together with rhinoplasty or facelift surgery. I can tell you from first hand experience that men are very pleased with the results. For a man with deficient projection of the chin, it's nice to have a procedure with permanent results and low down-time. The key is selecting the appropriate implant, size, and shape to fit the patient's needs. As with... more

Anurag Agarwal, MD
Naples Facial Plastic Surgeon

Chin Implant Surgery Can Optimize Ones Profile

While some surgeries take less time to complete there are still surgery and require preparation and forethought. Technically chin augmentation does require skill, expertise and training. For a good outcome to be achieved a great plan is needed. When expectations are meet by the surgical outcome one is often satisfied. Satisfied patients often do not write reviews. They often are on to other aspects of their lives as well. I hope this helps. Chin... more

Charles Perry, MD
Sacramento Plastic Surgeon

Chin implants - What makes a satisfied patient?

Chin implant surgery is a very satisfying procedure for a patient who has a recessed chin that needs better balance with the rest of the face. The best results are usually achieved by a board certified facial plastic or general plastic surgeon who has significant experience with the chin. Make sure you ask your potential surgeon about his or her experience with chin implantation and look at many pictures. Your surgeon will also discuss your options... more

Andrew Miller, MD
Edison Facial Plastic Surgeon

Chin implant satisfaction

The newer types of chin implants are much softer and sit directly on the bone so that there is less palpability and less visibility of the implants. They often hug the bone in an anatomic fashion. You should be sized prior to your implant as this will often eliminate the need for guess work. I would recommend a board certified facial plastic surgeon due to their frequent work with facial surgery specifically the chin and nose and receive extensive training in that area.

Scott Trimas, MD
Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

Chin Implants

I STRONGLY AGREE with you I see questions about CHIN IMPLANTS and RHINOPLSTY, where people are planing for revision as they are going through the primary surgery????????????????????????????????????????? I do not see that in my practice, or other friends BOARD CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEONS (AMERICAN BOARD OF PLASTIC SURGERY) I would love to know the reason for this phenomenon

Samir Shureih, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

In the right patient there is almost no result as spectacular as a chin implant

It is easy to determine where the great results are. Make an appointment with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and ask them to show you their results. This is a really great way to markedly improve your facial contour if indicated by your profile.