What is a Chin Implant?
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It is important to understand that there are two different types of chin implants available for you to choose from. There is the submuscular chin implant, which is the least invasive and also the cheapest. It is made up of saline solution. This type of chin implant is not for everybody as it has not been completely approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration). As with all surgical procedures, there can be serious side effects that you have to be made aware of.
What about the traditional subcutaneous chin implant? This type of chin implant is more reliable than the submuscular one but also a bit more expensive. The reason why is because the bone from where the implant is implanted grows into the jawbone. This makes it stronger and also more stable than the subcutaneous type.
Once the bone has grown around the implant, your jaw will need to be made more comfortable by moving it slightly forward and then down again. This sounds easy, but it is not. You have to make the jaw move in such a way that the implant remains hidden. Not many people know what happens when they try to do this; they either the implant falls out and gets lost (which is quite common) or it looks just like a normal part of their jaw.
So how does a chin implant work? How does it help you? Well, a chin implant works by creating a space inside the jaw, which is made larger. This allows the jaw to move naturally, without affecting the shape of the jaw.
The reason that an implant makes your jaw look better is because it is secured inside the bone. Traditional chin implants are secured below the gum line, but with this new technology, they are secured in the bone. This means that it will not deform or move on its own, which makes these implants very stable and reliable.
There are two different types of chin implant that you can get. The incision chin osteotomy is where the implants are placed under the gums, directly under the bone. The second kind is the submucous implants, which are put into the crevices of the bone, rather than under the gums. Both of these work very well, and your physician will recommend which one you should get based on your medical history, as well as what other facial features you have. Depending on how large your mouth is, you may require more than one chin implant. This is because the bone tends to shrink as you age, which makes your jaw size smaller over time. In addition to the bone structure, your doctor will want to examine your ears, neck, and mouth to ensure that you will not have any problems with them after the procedure. Most people experience no problems with the implants. If you do have some concerns, however, talk to your surgeon during your follow up visit to discuss these issues.
After the doctor places your chin implant into place, he will make a small incision underneath your chin, where the skin is peeled back. Once the skin is gone, it will be stitched back together and your lip edges repositioned. The incisions are usually tiny - so tiny that you will barely even notice them - and are most often behind your earlobe. The amount of scarring that you will see once the chin implant is in place will be minimal. In fact, if you look closely, you might not be able to spot any at all.
One of the risks of a chin implant procedure is that, if you become ill before surgery, there is a chance that the implant can leak and enter the blood stream. This could cause complications such as stroke and anemia, but it would not prevent you from getting your surgery completed. Your doctor will discuss this issue with you when you meet with him to discuss your expectations for your surgery. You will also need to understand the risks that are associated with this type of surgery, and talk about how to avoid them.
One thing that you can do to minimize the risk of complications is to use a mask during your procedure to keep your chin elevated during the procedure. You will also want to stay away from cold and heat exposure after your procedure, and eat and drink as soon as possible. These simple tips will help you get the results that you want from your chin implant. Speak to a surgeon in your area to learn more about your options and how to achieve the smile you want.