I'm concerned that my chin implant looks too masculine and that the tip of my nose is much too high (Photo)

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I had my surgery about 5 or 6 days ago. I had a septoplasty, rhinoplasty, and chin augmentation. My nostrils are over-exposed. Tomorrow is my post-op visit, and I am very nervous. I took several weeks off of work and don't go back until mid June. I think I may want the chin implant taken out before then. Will my chin look smaller over time? Will the tip of my nose drop?

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

You need to have patience with your body as it begins to heal. The skin, bone and cartilage are all traumatized during surgery. Inflammation (swelling) is the normal response and will help your nose to heal and look beautiful in the end. If, one year from now, you are unhappy with your nose, then that is the time to think about a revision procedure. Right now, concentrate on other things you like to do and let your nose take the time to heal. Also, it will take several weeks for swelling to resolve after chin augmentation. I hope this helps.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Without an exam your question cannot be answered.  You will need to see an Oral/Maxillofacial surgeon to see if othognathic surgery, genioplasty or using an implant is best for your specific case. It should be noted that patients with severely weak jaws or abnormally functioning jaws may be better treated with other facial surgery (orthognathic surgery), although a chin augmentation may be an option at a later time. These patients should seek the advice of a plastic surgeon to determine which course is right for them. Here is some information to help you make this decision: Candidates for Chin Augmentation - Patients whose chin profiles are weak but have normally functioning jaws are candidates for Chin Augmentation. Many of these candidates have used injectable fillers in the past to strengthen the protrusion of their chins, but are looking for a permanent solution. If you are one of these patients, then you are a likely candidate for chin augmentation
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