Uneven chin line 4 years after getting a chin implant - is this a muscle issue or an implant placement issue? (Photo)

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I received a chin implant 4 years ago. Recently, I’ve noticed some asymmetry in the area where my chin meets my neck. The area in question has less volume. I’m unsure if it’s a muscle issue or implant placement issue.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Sometimes chin implants are inserted off center, and a part of the implant can hang lower than the other. This is fairly easy to determine with a physical examination. If your implant is off the midline, repositioning of your implant could be considered. The other possibility would be to add volume to the left side for a more symmetrical appearance on front view. That could be performed with microdroplet Silikon-1000 for permanent results, depending on your examination. I hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

The asymmetry of the soft tissue below the chin is likely subcutaneous fat. Did you have liposuction at the time of chin implant placement? A CT would help determine the position of the chin implant. An in office consultation would be helpful.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It would be very difficult to say what is the cause of this secondary deformity; displacement of implant may have something to do with it. Only on the basis of in person evaluation one would be able to say more about possible cause and how to correct it. Visit your surgeon. Good luck.

Kailash Narasimhan, MD · Answer

An in person exam would be necessary to make the determination. Chin implants come in a variety of types, and placement is important, particularly when using a large implant. In my practice, we please many chin implant for patients that requires in augmentation or need a stronger and more defined Jawline. Asymmetry can occur from soft tissue realignment, or the placement of the implant. A consultation would help!

Kailash Narasimhan, MD
Tampa Bay Plastic Surgeon
Narasimhanplasticsurgery.com

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