How long does it take a Chin Implant to heal?

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Last time I got a chin implant i accedently hit it. I think that caused it to shift, how long does it take for it to heal to the point there's no chance of it shifting

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

At 6 weeks, the scar reaches about 80% strength.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA...................

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

Duong,Depending on how recent your surgery was and how strongly it was hit, there is a slight chance that there may have been a shift in the chin implant. This would most likely have to occur 1-2 weeks after your surgery for the movement to have happened. The implant is strong and nearly secure 1 month post op. If you still have the concern that your implant has moved, I recommend seeing your surgeon for a check up.Best of Luck!Dr. Ali Sajjadian

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Chin implants are typically a quick and minimally invasive procedure that has a short recovery process.  For 1 week, patients have sutures in place and some minor bruising and swelling.  The implant is placed in a small pocket.  It will be secure in about 4 weeks as the body heals around the implant.  It will not shift after this time.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I would say the immediate healing period for a chin implant is about a week.  There is some swelling still present at this time though and it would take several months for that to subside.  In regards to hitting the implant afterwards, an implant could potentially be shifted at any time if enough force is used.  In most cases, there is a capsule that forms around the implant after a few days and this does tend to hold it in place.  If the implant is mildly bumped or hit, it should not move after this time.  If the implant is hit very hard, it could move anytime after it is placed.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

The risk of chin implant shifting can be avoided immediately by securing it with screws fixation at the time of surgery. The amount of healing then will have no impact on whether it can shift or not later.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Visible bruising and swelling after a chin implant usually resolves in about 2 weeks. Final healing takes 2-3 months for all  the swelling to subside. Chin implants are placed in a very precise pocket underneath the periosteum of the bone and rarely do they ever shift. For many examples, please see the links below

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

Chin implants should be placed in a very tight pocket along the jaw. As a result it should be hard to shift an anatomic implant at any time. However, if you have a severe enough trauma you can shift any implant at any point in the healing phase or beyond. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD (retired) · Answer

The chin implant should be placed in a pocket.  Typically, it will not move, however if you were hit hard enough soon after your surgery, it may have shifted.  I suggest you see your surgeon to be sure it didn't move.  After a month, your implant most likely will not move at all.

Donald Nunn, MD (retired) · Answer

It should not be easy to dislodge a well placed implant in a small pocket or with attachment to the mandible.  Donald R. Nunn MD  Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

How long does it take a Chin Implant to heal?

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