If I get a Chin Implant done, how long will it last? Will the Chin Implant need to ever be replaced, or will the results be permanent? I've also heard Sliding Genioplasty is another option? Can getting a Chin Implant done have just as good results as a Sliding Geniplasty?
Answer: Chin implant dilemma Chin implants are meant to last forever. The modern chin implant is most commonly made of solid silicone, can be modified as needed and comes in a variety of sizes to appropriately hug your mandible. The nice thing about these implants is that should they ever need to be removed it can easily be done. There are other implant choices as well. Sliding genioplasty is a different procedure, where your bone is cut and moved, then held in place with titanium. When you go for your consultation, make sure your surgeon tells you the pros and cons of each option, as each patient may benefit from one over the other.
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Answer: Chin implant dilemma Chin implants are meant to last forever. The modern chin implant is most commonly made of solid silicone, can be modified as needed and comes in a variety of sizes to appropriately hug your mandible. The nice thing about these implants is that should they ever need to be removed it can easily be done. There are other implant choices as well. Sliding genioplasty is a different procedure, where your bone is cut and moved, then held in place with titanium. When you go for your consultation, make sure your surgeon tells you the pros and cons of each option, as each patient may benefit from one over the other.
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May 31, 2016
Answer: Chin impants Thanks for asking. Most chin implants are performed with the intent that they will be permanent. Most commonly used are silicone chin implants and they can last a lifetime. I like silicone because if needed they can be removed and or replaced if desired or needed. Speak with your surgeon to discuss your options.
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May 31, 2016
Answer: Chin impants Thanks for asking. Most chin implants are performed with the intent that they will be permanent. Most commonly used are silicone chin implants and they can last a lifetime. I like silicone because if needed they can be removed and or replaced if desired or needed. Speak with your surgeon to discuss your options.
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Answer: Chin Implant Longevity Chin implants are extremely durable and long-lasting. Made of solid silicone, not liquid, once placed a chin implant should never need to be replaced. Sliding genioplasty is a more invasive and higher risk procedure. Quite frankly, there is rarely an instance in which sliding genioplasty is the better of the two options. It carries a higher risk of infection, involves cutting of the bone and is not reversible if the results are as desired. Whereas a chin implant takes roughly 40min to put in place, carries only a 1% infection rate for the lifetime of the implant and if the results aren't as desired, the implant can be removed under local anesthesia. Overall, the sliding genioplasty is an outdated procedure that would produce essentially the same results as a chin implant, but at a much higher risk and cost.
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Answer: Chin Implant Longevity Chin implants are extremely durable and long-lasting. Made of solid silicone, not liquid, once placed a chin implant should never need to be replaced. Sliding genioplasty is a more invasive and higher risk procedure. Quite frankly, there is rarely an instance in which sliding genioplasty is the better of the two options. It carries a higher risk of infection, involves cutting of the bone and is not reversible if the results are as desired. Whereas a chin implant takes roughly 40min to put in place, carries only a 1% infection rate for the lifetime of the implant and if the results aren't as desired, the implant can be removed under local anesthesia. Overall, the sliding genioplasty is an outdated procedure that would produce essentially the same results as a chin implant, but at a much higher risk and cost.
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June 1, 2016
Answer: Chin Implant A chin implant, like all facial implants, is a permanent implant. The implant itself will never degrade, break down or need to be replaced because of material failure. They are differences between a chin implant and a sliding genioplasty and the consideration of both have to be done on each inidividual patient's need and desired dimensional chin changes.
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June 1, 2016
Answer: Chin Implant A chin implant, like all facial implants, is a permanent implant. The implant itself will never degrade, break down or need to be replaced because of material failure. They are differences between a chin implant and a sliding genioplasty and the consideration of both have to be done on each inidividual patient's need and desired dimensional chin changes.
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June 1, 2016
Answer: Chin implant versus sliding genioplasty A sliding genioplasty is performed as a stand-alone procedure by an oral surgeon under general anesthesia in a hospital setting with an overnight stay. It involves breaking the mandible, and setting in proper position with plates and screws. A sliding genioplasty is recommended when the teeth are significantly out of alignment. A chin implant procedure involves placement of a small Silastic chin implant through a half inch incision underneath the chin. The implant is permanent and will last forever. A chin implant will not affect the dentition of the teeth. For many examples of chin implants, please see the link and the video below
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June 1, 2016
Answer: Chin implant versus sliding genioplasty A sliding genioplasty is performed as a stand-alone procedure by an oral surgeon under general anesthesia in a hospital setting with an overnight stay. It involves breaking the mandible, and setting in proper position with plates and screws. A sliding genioplasty is recommended when the teeth are significantly out of alignment. A chin implant procedure involves placement of a small Silastic chin implant through a half inch incision underneath the chin. The implant is permanent and will last forever. A chin implant will not affect the dentition of the teeth. For many examples of chin implants, please see the link and the video below
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