What type of surgeon should I seek out to remove a chin implant?

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I had a chin implant put in 10 years ago it shifted looks crooked and I want it removed what type of facial surgeon should I seek out to remove it?

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

You should find a surgeon who performs this procedure on a regular basis. Based on your information, there are a few options and concerns. If the implant is satisfactory except for the unevenness, then you can simply have the implant re-positioned and secured with small bone screws without having it removed. If you consider having it removed, there is a risk that the soft tissue of the chin will sag and look un-aesthetic. The implant has been there for 10 years so that is a concern, In some cases, I have removed the chin implant and performed a genioplasty to prevent the chin from sagging.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Plastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons or oral maxillary facial surgeons can remove a chin implant.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I would recommend seeing a facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon to remove your chin implant.  You could also try and see the same surgeon who placed your implant 10 years ago.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

In the best case scenario it should be a surgeon who placed the implant. If that is not possible you should seek a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in chin and facial implants. Secondary deformity after implant removal occasionally  may need additional correction rather then just implant removal. Good luck.

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

Is there a screw in there?  If it shifted, maybe not.  Probably this can be removed in the office in about 10 minutes by any competent facial plastic surgeon.

What type of surgeon should I seek out to remove a chin implant?

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Answer: Removal of chin implant

Answer: Removal of chin implant

Answer: Any facial plastic surgeon

Answer: Any facial plastic surgeon

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What type of surgeon should I seek out to remove a chin implant?

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Answer: Removal of chin implant

Answer: Removal of chin implant

Answer: Any facial plastic surgeon

Answer: Any facial plastic surgeon

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