Really, I can't really tell if my chin is still slightly recessive or not, and I was wondering if I should exchange my implant for a larger one. What I really want to get rid of is this shadow/outline that my gums create. If I got a larger implant, would it get rid of this? Thanks in advance for all of your help.
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October 22, 2017
Answer: Should I get a larger/bigger chin implant?
You would be best served by a series of oral rinses (warm saltwater is a good option) to dislodge the food particle. If this doesn't help, contact your plastic surgeon for his/ her help. Removing lodged food/ debris from the incision will decrease the risk of infection or the...
Thank you for your question about your chin implant.Swelling after surgery is often asymmetric.But in your case, it seems more had to be done on the right side.These two factors suggest the swelling you are seeing is normal and will subside.Always consult a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.Hope...
A chin implant could be done under local anesthesia in a cooperative patient with a surgeon knowledgable in dental nerve blocks. It may be more than you would want to tackle to do mandibular angle implants under local anesthesia since these will be more difficult to anesthetize with nerve...