How hard is it to remove a chin implant and how long is the recovery?
Answer: Chin implant removal depends on type of implant As you can see, there are many different types of implants:
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Answer: Chin implant removal depends on type of implant As you can see, there are many different types of implants:
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Answer: Chin implant removal This question is not as simple as you might have thought when you asked it! There are different types of chin implants, and some are easier to remove than others. The silicone implants that I use in my practice are easy to remove, as they are placed between the bone and the muscle, and are not fixed in place with screws. There are some implants that are screwed into place, and over the years, if left in place, the pressure from this tight adherence via screws can erode the mandible, which can make removing the implant much more difficult (if not impossible), and can leave a person deformed if it is removed. The recovery time can vary from just a few days to weeks, depending on what technique was used. I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon if you are considering having an implant removed. I suggest that you bring your records and operative report from the first surgery with you so your surgeon can determine if the risk/reward is worth it.
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Answer: Chin implant removal This question is not as simple as you might have thought when you asked it! There are different types of chin implants, and some are easier to remove than others. The silicone implants that I use in my practice are easy to remove, as they are placed between the bone and the muscle, and are not fixed in place with screws. There are some implants that are screwed into place, and over the years, if left in place, the pressure from this tight adherence via screws can erode the mandible, which can make removing the implant much more difficult (if not impossible), and can leave a person deformed if it is removed. The recovery time can vary from just a few days to weeks, depending on what technique was used. I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon if you are considering having an implant removed. I suggest that you bring your records and operative report from the first surgery with you so your surgeon can determine if the risk/reward is worth it.
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April 4, 2020
Answer: Chin implant removal Removing a chin implant is generally straightforward but would take different amount of time depending on the implant material because the connection between your own tissues and the implant are stronger with some materials. In addition, in many instances it is important to re-suspend the soft tissue of the chin to ensure that it doesn't change the shape of the chin and make it sag.Either way the amount of swelling will be perceived as less significant than with the chin augmentation.
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April 4, 2020
Answer: Chin implant removal Removing a chin implant is generally straightforward but would take different amount of time depending on the implant material because the connection between your own tissues and the implant are stronger with some materials. In addition, in many instances it is important to re-suspend the soft tissue of the chin to ensure that it doesn't change the shape of the chin and make it sag.Either way the amount of swelling will be perceived as less significant than with the chin augmentation.
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March 23, 2018
Answer: Chin Implant Removing a silicone chin implant is a pretty simple and quick procedure, although other types of implants may present a greater challenge. After the implant has been removed, you can expect to experience noticeable swelling and sagging skin while your body heals. The doctor will be able to remove the implant through the original incision site, ensuring no extra scarring is produced.
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March 23, 2018
Answer: Chin Implant Removing a silicone chin implant is a pretty simple and quick procedure, although other types of implants may present a greater challenge. After the implant has been removed, you can expect to experience noticeable swelling and sagging skin while your body heals. The doctor will be able to remove the implant through the original incision site, ensuring no extra scarring is produced.
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January 6, 2017
Answer: Chin implant removal/revision Thank you for your question. I agree with the
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January 6, 2017
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April 5, 2016
Answer: Chin Implant removal Chin implant removal can take as little as 10 minutes or over an hour depending on the material used. If you want the option of easy removal, a silastic implant is the easier to remove and, in my opinion, the most natural appearing. Chin implant recovery in general lasts 2 weeks. The first week you have to take it easy without any strenous activity or bending over. If you have a chin incision, then taking care of the incision with antibiotic ointment and peroxide is important several times a day. If the incision is in your mouth, then rinsing your mouth with the antiseptic solution recommended by your doctor several times a day, plus a soft diet for a week, is recommended. On day 7, you can work out, bend over, lift heavy objects, and use makeup. However, you will still have bruising and swelling that will be obvious to others. On day 14, you will be able to be out and about and acquaintances will not know you had anything done including coworkers. To you, your chin will still look large. Your perspective will improve at 21 days as the swelling subsides and you start to appreciate the shape of your new chin. By 28 days, patients are ecstatic with their results.
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April 5, 2016
Answer: Chin Implant removal Chin implant removal can take as little as 10 minutes or over an hour depending on the material used. If you want the option of easy removal, a silastic implant is the easier to remove and, in my opinion, the most natural appearing. Chin implant recovery in general lasts 2 weeks. The first week you have to take it easy without any strenous activity or bending over. If you have a chin incision, then taking care of the incision with antibiotic ointment and peroxide is important several times a day. If the incision is in your mouth, then rinsing your mouth with the antiseptic solution recommended by your doctor several times a day, plus a soft diet for a week, is recommended. On day 7, you can work out, bend over, lift heavy objects, and use makeup. However, you will still have bruising and swelling that will be obvious to others. On day 14, you will be able to be out and about and acquaintances will not know you had anything done including coworkers. To you, your chin will still look large. Your perspective will improve at 21 days as the swelling subsides and you start to appreciate the shape of your new chin. By 28 days, patients are ecstatic with their results.
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