Is stiffness after a chin implant something to be concerned about?

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I am 8 weeks post op from my chin augmentation (incision under my chin) along with rhinoplasty. I had an amazing doctor and I love my results, it looks very natural and there is barely any swelling left. My only issue is that I am recently feeling a bit of stiffness/soreness in my chin with movement. It comes and goes during the day, but it is mostly in the mornings. Is this common, or should I be worried? How long should this "tightness" last?

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

It is not abnormal to be feeling some stiffness and soreness following your chin implant. After 8 weeks, you will still be healing. This is something that will improve with time. I would recommend communicating any post-operative concerns to your surgeon, as they know the extent of your procedure and exactly what was performed. I hope this helps, and best of luck to you.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

I am glad you are thrilled with your results.  The stiffness is typically due to swelling in the muscle, healing tissue and a slight decrease in the muscle activity due to surgery.  This is all normal.  The rate in which this resolves varies from patient to patient.  Continue to follow up with your PS and time will return this area to its normal feel.

	Dr. ES

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Tightness after a chin implant is not abnormal, and this feeling should get better with time.   Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

It is not at all unusual to feel some stiffness/soreness in the chin after an implant has been placed, even at eight weeks after the procedure.  It can take up to 6-12 months for the healing to take place.  The tightness should improve over time.

Frank P. Fechner, MD · Answer

You are describing very normal sensations commonly reported by our patients. Although 2 months have passed, this is still relatively early within the overall healing process. You will see how this will slowly improve over the next 3-4 months.

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