Will Chin Implant Cause Cancer?

A chin implant will not cause cancer.  The main risks to the placement of a chin implant would be swelling or bruising, which would be temporary.  It is possible to get some numbness on the chin and lower lip, which could be temporary or permanent if the sensory nerve is damaged during the procedure.  Other potential risks would include infection and the possibility of the implant not being in the desired position.  Chin augmentation is a fairly common surgical procedure and the large majority of them do not have any significant complications.  

A chin implant will not cause any type of cancer. When performed properly by a highly skilled and board certified plastic surgeon, a chin implant can yield a fantastic result that patients are very happy with. When looking for a surgeon, be sure they are board certified, have a good amount of before and after photos demonstrating their work, and have fantastic patient testimonials. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

   There is no evidence that a chin implant surgery has a link to cancer.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA