My question: Given how recessed my lower jaw is, do you think a chin implant will sit correctly? What kind of results can I expect? Also, what risks might I face as far as losing sensation in my lower face? Am I correct to assume that the risks for a chin implant are considerably less than for jaw surgery or genioplasty? I am a musician who plays a wind instrument recreationally and I don't want a high risk of losing my ability to play.
January 4, 2015
Answer: Chin implant Thank you for your question and photos and in the hands of an expert both procedures are safe though certainly placing a chin implant is significantly easier.Dr.Corbin
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January 4, 2015
Answer: Chin implant Thank you for your question and photos and in the hands of an expert both procedures are safe though certainly placing a chin implant is significantly easier.Dr.Corbin
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January 8, 2015
Answer: Chin Implant Candidate Dear Snowbaby, Yes you are an excellent candidate for chin augmentation. Chin augmentation will bring more projection of the chin aligning your features and allowing for a more balanced profile. A chin implant is much easier then a genioplasty and has a very quick recovery rate. I perform a lot of chin augmentation procedures and when placed properly you should have no permanent loss of sensation in your lower face. As a musician you should not have any complications that will lead to your inability to play your wind instrument. However you will have some restrictions in playing during the beginning healing process. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
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January 8, 2015
Answer: Chin Implant Candidate Dear Snowbaby, Yes you are an excellent candidate for chin augmentation. Chin augmentation will bring more projection of the chin aligning your features and allowing for a more balanced profile. A chin implant is much easier then a genioplasty and has a very quick recovery rate. I perform a lot of chin augmentation procedures and when placed properly you should have no permanent loss of sensation in your lower face. As a musician you should not have any complications that will lead to your inability to play your wind instrument. However you will have some restrictions in playing during the beginning healing process. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
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