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How long after jaw surgery can I get chin filler? (photos)

ema stonesNov 22, 2022
I had double jaw surgery but still have a minor set back chin and wanted to go do filler instead of genioplasty. How long after jaw surgery should I wait? It's been three months. I'm till somewhat numb in my chin and lower lip area

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Camille Cash, MD

With loss of volume you also have some skin laxity. You may want to consider something like Sculptra versus a traditional HA filler. Though it takes longer to see results, they are longer lasting and help rebuild the collagen matrix of your skin. I've included a video that I hope you find...

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You can consider having a patch test done to evaluate sensitivity to fillers. One of the benefits of HA fillers is that they can be dissolved. So if you do have a reaction there is a way to "undo" your treatment. See an expert injector to discuss your concerns.

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Hi @chewnike. Thank you for sharing your photos. You are a great candidate for cheek, mid-face, tear trough, and temple fillers. I recommend seeking treatments from expert injectors who have the skill and experience to precisely inject fillers into treatment areas and avoid risks and...

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