I had a chin implant 12 months ago. I can’t see my teeth when I smile and I have to open my mouth to look normal in photos. Also noticed dynamic chin ptosis have developed. I have pain on the right side of my implant, which was treated for 5 weeks with antibiotics, with no success. If the implant is removed, will my smile return to normal and the pain go away? I’ve also developed dynamic chin ptosis. Will that subside after removal as well?
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Thanks for the question. A chin implant is designed to enhance the appearance of the chin by adding volume and projection. The implant is typically made of silicone, and is placed over the existing bone structure of the chin to create a more prominent and defined chin. It is not typical for a...
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Chin ptosis after implant removal has been discussed in the medical literature. One technique for improving this is suture suspension of the cheek mass to bone anchors placed into the mandible. This is performed through an intraoral approach. I would return to your surgeon who...
Hello and thank you for your question. A formal evaluation would be needed to determine the best treatment. There are both surgical and non-surgical options to correct this.
We can place a chin implant, which is a quick surgical procedure. Many of my patients try to avoid surgery, however, so...
