I have a very elongated chin that I feel takes away from my small features. I not only want the bone shaved down a bit, but when I smile, the fleshy tip comes down and makes my chin look even longer. I would like to have lipo on that. How much would these things cost approximately?
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Only 5 days from sliding genioplasty surgery, I would expect a significant amount of swelling of the face/jaw/chin. It will take several weeks for the majority of the swelling to resolve. It will be several months before you get a good idea of your final result.
Give it time and be sure to...
The vertical height of the chin can be reduced by making two horizontal cuts in the chin bone with specialized instruments. The piece of bone in the middle is then removed to shorten the height.
This can be performed as an out patient, allowing you to go home after the procedure...
Lisa Lynn Sowder, MD (retired) - Account Suspended says:
Why on earth would you not tell the people responsible for your MRI safety about a screw in your chin??????? You need to be honest and complete with all your health care providers if you expect appropriate and safe care!
Lisa Lynn Sowder, M.D.