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Removing chin implant - how soon after is it safe to inject hyaluronic acid filler to the area?

Rational705508Oct 27, 2025
I’m planning to have my chin implant removed — it was placed about two years ago. I don’t like the way it’s made my face look longer and more elongated, and my smile has also changed. I’m wondering how soon after removing the implant it’s safe to inject a hyaluronic acid filler in that area?

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