Sure we've all been there. Got some food stuck between your teeth or back in the corner of your mouth and my question is if it is possible for a chin implant to move/shift about 1-2 weeks postop due to chewing on food or from using your tongue to let loose any leftover food from your teeth. Reason why this concerns me is because when you use your tongue to clean your teeth you shift your jaw which moves your chin. Is it possible for an implant with no screws to move in a situation such as this?
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Chin augmentation most often is used to restore balance to the face due to a weak chin (under-projecting in profile). This disproportion of facial structure—having a small chin—tends to make the nose look larger and results in a poor jaw/neckline.Patients whose chin profiles are weak but hav...
Since it's only seven weeks after your implant and liposuction, I would wait at least three months before making any other decisions. Swelling can take that long to resolve and you may end up liking your new chin as your smile improves. Removing it too soon can cause further problems in muscle...
Without an exam your question cannot be answered. However, your photos are helpful and you are probably a good candidate for a Chin Augmentation. 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...
