How long should I wait to remove a chin implant?

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I had a rhinoplasty with a chin augmentation 1 week ago. I understand it’s still early and there’s still some swelling, but I’m just not sure if I’ll end up wanting to keep the chin implant. How long would I need to wait until I can have it removed?

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Technically, a chin implant could be removed anytime after it was placed.  It normally does take several months for most of the swelling to subside after a chin implant is inserted, so the appearance of the area will be affected for a few months.  I would recommend waiting at least 3 months to have a better idea of your results before having the implant removed.

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

The implant can be removed at any time so there is no minimum amount of time to wait. However, I would recommend waiting 4-6 weeks to allow for the swelling to resolve and you can better assess the aesthetics.  One week is very little time t make that determination unless you are completely dissatisfied with the appearance.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

You wait as long as it takes until you are certain that what you seeing is the actual result and not swelling. In general one usually has a reasonable idea a chin augmentation result  by 4 to 6 weeks after surgery.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

This is a challenging decision. If you’re absolutely sure you don’t want the chin implant then I would take it out ASAP.

Generally we encourage patients to slow down and heal up completely before making decisions.

You’ll be better off getting the chin planned out early if you know for sure you’re going to take it out.

Either do it right away or wait six months.

Generally I would steer on the side of caution and wait it out.

Perhaps you need to downsize the implant a little bit?

Please talk to your plastic surgeon. You may get different opinions from different surgeons on this topic.

The most important opinion by far is your plastic surgeons opinion.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

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