What can be done for the skin sagging post chin implant removal?

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Are there any treatments/surgeries apart from replacing the space with a new chin implant?

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

The problem with surgical implants, as I have written about many times before, is that, while the carrot of a permanent solution is often offered, the reality is that since the surrounding and underlying muscle, fat and bone change with aging, the actual benefits of the implant surgery may be lost in five or ten years (necessitating removal surgery and some measures, as in this case, to improve the resulting situation). Happily, there are a number of robust HA fillers that can be used to restore the sagging area. Make sure to consult a board certified cosmetic dermatologist and ask to see his/her personal B&As before agreeing to proceed. Best of luck.  And for readers who are contemplating surgical implants, it would be wise to seriously take in the foregoing before going ahead.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Depending on the degree of skin laxity you may be a good candidate for FaceTite.  This minimally invasive procedure uses RF technology to tighten skin.  Results can be enhanced by adding Morpheus8 for overall improvement in skin tone and texture.  I've included a video I hope you find helpful.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in.

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's difficult to say without the benefit of a formal evaluation. This is my expertise and a huge portion of my practice. Asymmetry is normal and expected. See an expert who does facial shaping with surgical and non surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

What can be done for the skin sagging post chin implant removal?

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Answer: Facial Sculpting Candidate -- Fillers, Threads, Fat Transfer, Implants, See an expert

Answer: Facial Sculpting Candidate -- Fillers, Threads, Fat Transfer, Implants, See an expert

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What can be done for the skin sagging post chin implant removal?

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Answer: Facial Sculpting Candidate -- Fillers, Threads, Fat Transfer, Implants, See an expert

Answer: Facial Sculpting Candidate -- Fillers, Threads, Fat Transfer, Implants, See an expert

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