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Chin implants are usually made from silicone, and may be removed at anytime. If the implant is too big or too small, the implant can be exchanged for a more appropriate size for facial balance. Big chins are more masculine, and inappropriate for a woman. Small chins make the nose appear larger, and also inappropriate for a man.Removing implants is a relatively simple procedure. Generally, one waits at least 6 weeks following chin augmentation to allow swelling to resolve. Appropriate determination of aesthetic results can only be obtained once chin swelling has subsided. First, let all swelling resolve, then reassess your chin in conjunction with the entire facial harmony. If you still feel your chin is unbalanced at that time, then consider exchanging or removing the implant.
Generally speaking, it can take 6 to 12 months to completely heal after surgery. Please keep in touch with your surgeon or his/her clinical team to discuss your ongoing concerns.
You would still have significant swelling just 3 weeks after chin implant surgery. To get the best sense of your final result I would wait at least 3 months to allow your chin swelling to settle down fully. The determination of whether it is too big is somewhat subjective. A profile photograph of your face should allow you to assess how well your chin is balanced with the rest of your face. It is important not to use a wide angle setting as this can exaggerate chin size. Having your original surgeon take a standardized postopertive photo would be most illustrative and allow for the best comparison with your preoperative chin size. There is no one perfect chin projection for a face but rather depends on the other facial features, especially the nose. Even with this in mind, there are some personal preferences based on your own aesthetic. Certainly, if you decide your new chin isn't to your liking it can be revised. This can be done either through trimming of your current implant or replacement with a smaller one all together.
Three weeks is still relatively early to assess your final result.Swelling can persist especially if liposuction was performed at the same time.Generally 3 months should be sufficient time for you to evaluate your appearance.Take photos using a non-zoom lens to try an objective assesment of the result. Take different angles, especially profile viewsTraditional zoom lenses on cameras can distort the face and make the chin look larger in close up pictures.Discuss your concerns with your surgeon who can review your photos or concernsI hope this helps
I would return to your surgeon for post-operative evaluation, to rule out any other causes for experiencing this type of result. Based on his/her findings and your unique case, your surgeon can deduce when it would be most appropriate to move forward with a revision surgery.
The majority of chin implants placed are solid silicone implants. They do not leak or expire. There is an old-style chin implant that did have silicone fluid in the implant, but those have not been used for the last 20 years.
Without an exam your question cannot be answered. You will need to see an Oral/Maxillofacial surgeon to see if othognathic surgery, genioplasty or using an implant is best for your specific case. It should be noted that patients with severely weak jaws or abnormally functioning jaws may be b...