Will removing a chin implant be risky and can this lead to mental ptosis?

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For the receding chin, my surgeon used a silicone chin implant. I don't like the result... My chin is too long and wide. What are the consequences of implant removal? I fear mental ptosis

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello ! Thank you for your question. l recommend you revision chin implant with small implant ,our only filler depending on the situation ,in this way your chin well be more natural your face more beautiful 
Thank you ! regards

Joseph Shvidler, MD · Answer

The short answer is yes, it may. however it would be best to see the pictures. It is best to replace or reposition existing implant so the skin that has stretched out does not sag.

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Good Afternoon! During implant removal, it's critical to reattach the mentalis muscle so that the chin doesn't droop over time. Compression post-procedure is also recommended to close the dead space where the implant was placed. It may be a more feasible option to consider a better-shaped implant. See if your surgeon may be willing to consider this if you're interested. Hope this helps!

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