squarebull

chin implant in 1994, removed in 2012... its not always for life!

Glad things went well for you! Definately a good decision all round :-)

Hi, no real problems really, just some tightness (maybe 5% of what it was when I had it in, and this is a unique case so not applicable to most) The chin doesnt look much different. Its nicer really, as it doesnt stick out so much when I smile. I have no issues with sagging or bunching or anything like that, its just a normal chin now. If you want to do it, then do it. The first month isnt pleasant, but time heals and soon enough you will forget about the whole thing. Best wishes! Chris

It is all fine now, and its been nearly 7 weeks. I feel just like I did before the implant and cant feel the scar at all. I'm so happy!!!! :-)

Hi anon, I was wondering how it went? I have a tight scar also after removal. Mine was removed after 18 years as it started to periodically feel tight and awkward. They removed it a month ago and my chin still feels tight. Actaully it feels even worse. the surgeon said the scar pocket looked and fet normal, so I dont knwo what to do. But wondered whether your scar problem was fixed?

I think you look good, and like you said you didn't need it in the first place. But I would say that from what i have experienced personally and also read, chin implants cant just be removed without the risk of complications. It bothers me that people are consoling themselves that should their appearance not be what they expected, they will 'just' have it removed. It doesn't work that way - there is the muscle, the scar, the scar capsule, and the soft tissue to worry about. I strongly believe that unless a chin implant is absolutely needed to resolve a REAL defect, it shouldn't be offered. I certainly wish I had never gone near them!