Chin Implant, Intraorally - United Kingdom

Since my last post, I've gradually become a little conflicted about whether I like my chin.

The wrinkling was still there, which my PS had said pre-op it would only go away with Botox, implant or no. So I've a bit of Botox there now to relax the muscle.

When I close my mouth, I do see a slight indentation/outline of where the implant is. It's very subtle but to me it's pretty obvious.

Anyway, if you decide to go for an implant, be prepared that your face WILL change. It will look longer. You may be the only one to notice it, and it's probably just a couple of mm, but notice it you will.

The good thing is, generally no one will notice you've had your chin done if you don't tell them. Which is the way I like it. I didn't tell anyone apart from my significant other and no one's said anything. The op is, really just for me to feel better about myself.

I've had a good experience putting in the chin implant intra-orally. No complications or lingering pain. The bruising was worse than anyone's I've seen on this site but that too went away eventually.

The chin looks quite natural but there are days when I think my chin is a little too strong, too prominent, too rounded. But whenever I feel some discontentment, I remember how miserable I was with a weak chin and I can't go back there.

To those who aren't sure, everyone's experience and outcome will be different, based on the skill of the PS and your body's healing capabilities, but I would still say yes, definitely yes, go for it.

And still the bruising persists. It has peaked to an alarmingly dark shade and is now coming down somewhat. My PS wasn't unduly worried though; he said it was normal.

There's still some tenderness on certain spots, mostly under the chin, plus a sensitive spot on the left that came and went, but otherwise the chin feels fine.

The tightness is still there (can't do 'mmm' fully yet) but I expect that will take a while.

Some days I'm gripped by insecurity that the chin is too strong and prominent. Is it? I really can't tell.

I know for sure I won't be removing the implant. Since putting in the implant, I've felt different... Empowered, confident. I no longer have to turn my head or obscure my face with my hair whenever I feel self-conscious of my side profile (like standing in a crowded bus or train - hated it!). I also think it's made my face much more balanced overall.

For these two reasons, and for the relatively pain and problem-free recovery I've had so far, I would say it's worth it. :-) For those contemplating it, be brave and take that step.

So, pictures! The bruising is still horrendously dark, I know.