I had a chin implant and cervicoplasty 4 weeks ago. At first my smile was hideous but now it's better, but not back to normal. My right side bottom lip stays higher than my left side when I smile. Also, when I talk, words that have c, d, s, t, or z make my mouth look weird. I go back to the doc in 3 weeks but until then, is there anything I can do to engage the muscle/nerve that causes this droop. Would massaging my neck help wake up the muscles/nerves that cause this weirdness?
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September 18, 2014
Answer: Impared speech and smile after chin implant
Thank you for your pictures. This lack contour/shadow is due to lack of bony support afforded by an appropriately positioned jaw and chin. I would save money to get the right surgery (jaw advancement possible chin advancement or implant)
In general, it is not abnormal to have some tenderness 4 weeks after having a chin implant. I would recommend contacting your surgeon with any specific concerns, as he/she knows the details of your procedure and will be able to advise you. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.
