I just had chin augmentation/implant surgery two and a half days ago. I am noticing that one side of my chin, both from the front view and the profile/side view, is larger/more prominent/sitting lower than the other side/half of my chin. Is this normal after having a chin implant surgery (due to uneven swelling) or has my chin implant slipped/shifted out of place? What does a slipped/shifted chin implant look like--how can you tell if there is a problem?
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June 18, 2016
Answer: How can you tell if your chin implant has shifted or moved out of place?
Most patients experience 7-10 days of some degree of swelling and mild bruising around the chin area. inserting a chin implant does not look like he had lost weight, just giving more chin projection.
An exam would be necessary to provide you with the best advice, and it is too soon after surgery to come to conclusions about the result. 9 days is still soon after your procedure and there will be swelling present that can influence the appearance of your chin. I would recommend following up...
A chin augmentation is often performed in combination with a rhinoplasty, and will not create complications or worsen recovery if the procedure is performed properly. It is preferred to have the procedures together, as you will only have one recovery. I would recommend an in-person consult with...
