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Solution for Misplaced Chin Implant?

asked 1 year ago by 8029anon in Mexico
Latest answer by Robert Kotler, MD
Question viewed 380 times
Tags: female, movement, placement, revision

I had a chin implant 9 years ago, when I smile its seems to be without form, like flat. And after X-rays I noticed that the implant is placed higher up where it should be (close to my teeth). A doctor told me it would be very laborious, because it would be two operations, one to remove the chin implant which would remain a hole, wait 3-6 months to heal the skin and the second to put the new implant from under the chin. Is there another solution? Thanks!

5 answers to Solution for Misplaced Chin Implant?

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Chin implant can be removed and replaced at the same time

The implant can be removed and either a new one placed in a proper position or even the existing one can be used. Can be done in one session; not unlike what breast surgeons do when they remove and replace breast implants. Just last week we had a misplaced chin implant case that seems identical to yours and that is how we did it. However, before any surgery is contemplated, you need a very careful evaluation, possibly including some special x-rays because it is possible that... more
Robert Kotler, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Misplaced chin implant

It would be easier to give you a more precise answer if I could examine you. Based on your description, I would recommend removing the implant, allowing to adhere the tissues and then replacing the implant based on the new measurement. The other option is to keep observing it and re-evaluating it in a year.
Ali Sajjadian, MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon
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Misplaced chin implant

Listen to the two previous expert posters and seek other opinions in person. Sometimes it may take a few minor operations to achieve the desired result. Other times only one operation is needed. From MIAMI Dr. B
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Removing and replacing a chin implant

It is difficult to make a recommendation without knowing more details about the procedure and type of implant. If it is removed below your chin and replaced with an implant that is fixed to the bone, it could potentially be completed in one operation. There may be other valid reasons why your surgeon chose to have recommended two procedures.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Correction of Chin Implant deformity

Regarding: "misplaced chin implant?  I had a chin implant 9 years ago, when I smile its seems to be without form, like flat. And after X-rays I noticed that the implant is placed higher up where it should be (close to my teeth). A doctor told me it would be very laborious, because it would be two operations, one to remove the chin implant which would remain a hole, wait 3-6 months to heal the skin and the second to put the new implant from under the chin. Is there another... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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