I had a chin implant 10 years ago and have been left with an asymmetrical smile, bite, left shift, can this be corrected?

If you're unhappy with your final results after a chin implant you have the option to get a smaller implant. It is rather easy and quick procedure to place a smaller implant if the implant is made of silicone.  If you have a Gortex or other type of implant, I would be more difficult to pla...

By placing implant in well defined soft tissue pocket on top of the bone, there will be no movement of soft tissues around (cheeks, neck). However, visually it will change the relationships which may be seen as surrounding areas have change as well. Without in-person evaluation it would be hard...

Yes, a chin implant could improve the shape of your chin. When well placed by an expert, a chin implant can last for decades or a lifetime. You can choose a chin with will give you a better projection and smooth the jawline. A consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon is...

There are a variety of techniques that can be used to augmented the chin and improve your profile. A more temporary approach includes dermal fillers (e.g., Sculptra, Voluma, and Radiesse), while fat grafting, use of permanent fillers (Aquamid, Bellafill ) and facial implants would offer a mo...

Your concern is a theoretical one that has no real clinical significance.  With good surgical technique, the implant is placed with a layer of tissue between the implant and the bone.  It’s a non-issue that you should not be concerned with in the least in making this decision.  Best wishes.

A properly placed chin implant can improve and balance proportions and profile. The implant is designed to add projection to the chin as well as influence width and height. Other additional procedures to address a weak chin would be the use of facial fillers and/or liposuction. I would advise ha...