I’ve seen various posters who received a chin augmentation say their doctor gave them a compression wrap to wear for a few days post surgery. My did not mention anything about it and I did not receive one. How important is wearing one post op? Will I not heal as quickly or correctly without it?
Answer: Headwrap after Chin Implant Each Doctor will have their own protocol regarding a head wrap. If you're concerned, I recommend following up with your surgeon. You may have swelling, which will slowly resolve over the next few months. I hope this helps.
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Answer: Headwrap after Chin Implant Each Doctor will have their own protocol regarding a head wrap. If you're concerned, I recommend following up with your surgeon. You may have swelling, which will slowly resolve over the next few months. I hope this helps.
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December 21, 2017
Answer: Is a head wrap needed after chin augmentation? Each surgeon will have their own preferences for care after chin augmentation with an implant. A head wrap can be helpful but I would not say that it is necessary to achieve a good result. During the recovery period, the most important thing is to try not to bump or hit your chin.
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December 21, 2017
Answer: Is a head wrap needed after chin augmentation? Each surgeon will have their own preferences for care after chin augmentation with an implant. A head wrap can be helpful but I would not say that it is necessary to achieve a good result. During the recovery period, the most important thing is to try not to bump or hit your chin.
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December 21, 2017
Answer: Postoperative protocol Dear Margaret1394,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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December 21, 2017
Answer: Postoperative protocol Dear Margaret1394,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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December 25, 2017
Answer: I had a chin implant yesterday and doctor did not give me a head wrap? Hi, I have performed many facial shaping procedures, including Chin Augmentation with dermal fillers or silastic chin implants, for over 30 years. I cover the chin area with steri-strips (reinforced tape) but don't use a compression type dressing or chin strap as this can place pressure along the wings (sides) of the chin implant which might lead to displacement. There are of course many ways to place silastic chin implants and you should follow your Chin Implant Surgeons protocol. When the chin is weak, this creates an imbalance making the nose appear larger, the mid face top heavy, the lower face looks short, de-emphasizes the lips and allows early formation of a "double chin".
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December 25, 2017
Answer: I had a chin implant yesterday and doctor did not give me a head wrap? Hi, I have performed many facial shaping procedures, including Chin Augmentation with dermal fillers or silastic chin implants, for over 30 years. I cover the chin area with steri-strips (reinforced tape) but don't use a compression type dressing or chin strap as this can place pressure along the wings (sides) of the chin implant which might lead to displacement. There are of course many ways to place silastic chin implants and you should follow your Chin Implant Surgeons protocol. When the chin is weak, this creates an imbalance making the nose appear larger, the mid face top heavy, the lower face looks short, de-emphasizes the lips and allows early formation of a "double chin".
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