How easy is chin implant removal?

The difficulty of removing an implant will depend on the type of implant. For silicone or silastic implants, removal is very easy and can often be undertaken in the office with only local anesthesia. For other types of implants, removal can be more difficult and sometimes require general anesthesia. Unless... more

Chin implant removal can either be extremely easy or very difficult. The answer to your question really rests on what type of implant was used and how it was inserted. Chin implants that are placed externally via an incision below the chin are easier to remove than ones placed through the mouth. Typically... more

When you take out a chin implant you need to make sure that the space that is left behind is not too large. If there is a significant space, this could create scar formation and an odd appearance. Sometimes, it is beneficial to put in a smaller implant or a different implant depending on what is concerning you... more

As you can see, there are many different types of implants: Silicone (smooth surfaced) Medpor PTFE Mesh Hydroxyapatite. The silicone are by far the most popular and quite easy to remove under local. The others however can be quite complex. The first step is to find out the type of implant. The second step is... more

As you can see from the other answers, if the implant is silicone, it will not be adhered to the tissue and can be removed quite easily. Removing the pocket becomes more of a challenge and its need is debatable. Other typesof implants such as Medpore are intended to have ingrowth of tissue to help hold... more

All implants are foreign bodies which become coated with an envelope of scar tissue over a short time. This is what ultimately holds chin (or breast) implants in place and symmetrical. After a chin implant is removed, the slick surfaces of the scar capsule must adhere properly to prevent a loose fold of... more

Typically, removal of a chin implant should be an easy procedure. I have removed several in my office with local anesthesia. It is very important that you see a board certified plastic surgeon to ensure the best possible outcome. The surgeon will need to determine the type of chin implant used in addition... more

Technically, removal of a chin implant is easy... assuming it is a silastic type implant.  Medpor implants can be much more difficult.  Recovery is very quick as well.  Little of the swelling associated with the initial surgery typically happens. Patients having their chin implant... more

Chin implant removal is usually very easy. Sometimes they are secured with screws and when they require removal, you just need the proper instrumentation.

Drusilla, Chin implant removal is usually a straightforward procedure. It can usually be removed through the same incision in which is was placed.