I feel a lump. Is my chin implant crooked? Did it Shift? (Photos)

Question

Received xl flower chin implant 5 weeks ago. Left side has been healing nicely no issues. Right side there was more swelling, lot more numbness ( to this day) . Started feeling pain when talking around 3-4 weeks post. Now is a bit more manageable but still uncomfortable . When I touch the right side I feel a bump above my jaw that is tender. I also feel it inside of my mouth under my gum . No fever, not hot to touch. Is this just swelling or is the chin implant crooked?

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

It is not unusual for swelling to be worse on one side versus the other after placement of a chin implant.  Normally, this issue resolves over time but it can take several months for this to occur.  It is impossible to tell if a chin implant has shifted just by looking at photos, as an examination would be needed to feel where the implant is exactly located.  You could just wait a month or two more to see if things improve or you could return to your surgeon to be evaluated in person.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

It is unlikely that you have shifted your implant, but if you are concerned, I recommend following up with your surgeon. Swelling is typical and can be asymmetrical. It will gradually resolve over the next several months. I hope this helps!

Majid Jamali, DMD · Answer

I think you should give it 3-4 more weeks so the swelling goes down completely. Occasionally, left and right side feel different. If it continues to bother you, then take the implant out.

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