I had a chin implant and neck liposuction 3 years ago and the implant was placed in crooked. The Dr. said that he couldn't see it and to give it some time. It is still the same and looks terrible in pictures. I can feel that it is under my jaw on one side and above my jaw on the other side. My neck under my chin is still quite numb, blotcy and extremely dry. I am very concerned about wrinkles and saggy skin since the surgery. Please help!
Can the implant position be adjusted or will it have to be removed/replaced?
Answer: Typically, a crooked Chin Implant would need to be replaced. If you feel the implant below your jaw on your left, and above your jaw on your right, then this may require surgery. I'm not sure if a surgical repositioning of your implant is possible to achieve; I think the left side will continue to drift down. It's probably best to remove it and replace it at a later date.
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Answer: Typically, a crooked Chin Implant would need to be replaced. If you feel the implant below your jaw on your left, and above your jaw on your right, then this may require surgery. I'm not sure if a surgical repositioning of your implant is possible to achieve; I think the left side will continue to drift down. It's probably best to remove it and replace it at a later date.
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March 29, 2010
Answer: Correcting a crooked chin imlant Yes you can correct a crooked chin implant. This is usually done by removing the implant via the original incision, re doing the pocket under the skin and on top of the jaw bone. The implant is then replaced with an anatomically shaped implant that will conform to your jawline. The key is the redo of the implant pocket in the correct position. This all can be accomplished under local anesthesia. I hope this was helpful.
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March 29, 2010
Answer: Correcting a crooked chin imlant Yes you can correct a crooked chin implant. This is usually done by removing the implant via the original incision, re doing the pocket under the skin and on top of the jaw bone. The implant is then replaced with an anatomically shaped implant that will conform to your jawline. The key is the redo of the implant pocket in the correct position. This all can be accomplished under local anesthesia. I hope this was helpful.
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Answer: Crooked chin implant should be removed and repositioned It is difficult to ascertain from the pictures, but if the chin implant is placed in a crooked position it can be simply removed and replaced in the proper anatomical position. The proper position for the implant is to be placed underneath the periosteum of the chin area through a submental incision. It is also important to make sure that preexisting chin implant is the proper size for your facial features. There will not be any wrinkles and sagging skin from around the chin implant even if it were just totally removed. The same implant should be able to be reused if it is the right size.
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Answer: Crooked chin implant should be removed and repositioned It is difficult to ascertain from the pictures, but if the chin implant is placed in a crooked position it can be simply removed and replaced in the proper anatomical position. The proper position for the implant is to be placed underneath the periosteum of the chin area through a submental incision. It is also important to make sure that preexisting chin implant is the proper size for your facial features. There will not be any wrinkles and sagging skin from around the chin implant even if it were just totally removed. The same implant should be able to be reused if it is the right size.
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April 6, 2010
Answer: Recommend waiting perhaps six months After three years, if your chin implant is crooked, I recommend that the implant beremoved. Next, I recommend waiting perhaps six months. The desired prominence of the chin may still be present and it is possible that there will be better symmetry of the chin at that time. If the desired prominence of the chin is not present, or if the chin does not appear to be symmetrical at that time, consideration could be given to replace the chin implant in a manner that will achieve the desired results
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April 6, 2010
Answer: Recommend waiting perhaps six months After three years, if your chin implant is crooked, I recommend that the implant beremoved. Next, I recommend waiting perhaps six months. The desired prominence of the chin may still be present and it is possible that there will be better symmetry of the chin at that time. If the desired prominence of the chin is not present, or if the chin does not appear to be symmetrical at that time, consideration could be given to replace the chin implant in a manner that will achieve the desired results
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March 30, 2010
Answer: Crooked chin implant and neck liposuction Thank you for the photograph! I would replace the chin implant with an anatomic implant but first I would create a satisfactory SYMMETRICAL pocket for it. We stabilize our chin implants with microscrews so they dont move. As far as your neck, it appears that there is residual excess fat present on the right side below your jawline.I would like to see a profile photo (side view) which might give me a better assesment of your skin tone and shape. Touchup liposuction may help.
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March 30, 2010
Answer: Crooked chin implant and neck liposuction Thank you for the photograph! I would replace the chin implant with an anatomic implant but first I would create a satisfactory SYMMETRICAL pocket for it. We stabilize our chin implants with microscrews so they dont move. As far as your neck, it appears that there is residual excess fat present on the right side below your jawline.I would like to see a profile photo (side view) which might give me a better assesment of your skin tone and shape. Touchup liposuction may help.
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