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Procedure | Recovery | Price
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It is amazing how a feature as seemingly insignificant
as the chin can have such an impact on the overall look of the face.
For one thing, a small chin can make the nose appear disproportionately
large. Interestingly, a chin implant may be what is needed rather than
rhinoplasty to help bring facial features into balance. By enhancing
a small chin, the face will look more symmetrical overall and the nose
will appear smaller.
Procedure
Although various materials may be used, most commonly a chin implant
is made of silicone. The surgery will probably be done with local
anesthesia (although in some cases, general anesthesia may be used)
and takes anywhere from 30 minutes to one hour. An incision is either
made from inside the mouth leaving no visible scarring or just beneath
the jaw line where scarring will be minimal. The implant is put in
place and skin is sutured back together.
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Recovery
After surgery, your doctor will tape the chin to reduce swelling. Initially,
it will be difficult to smile and talk, but after a few days, pain
will be minimal. After a week, stitches will be removed and recovery
should be nearly complete.
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Price
Ranges
The actual cost of your cosmetic surgery procedure is largely dependent
upon your specific case. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
publishes information on its website that provides information on the
cost of various procedures. Visit www.plasticsurgery.org.
These fees may not include the cost of anesthesia, operating room facilities,
and other expenses. If you would like specific fees in our office,
please feel free to call us or send
us an email.
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