Chin Augmentation
Chin Implant
What is Mentoplasty?
We can’t all have chins like Kirk Douglas (for men) or Megan Fox (for women). But chin augmentation is a cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the shape, size, and projection of the chin, creating a more balanced and defined facial profile. This treatment can address a weak or recessed chin, improve overall symmetry, and enhance the jawline. Whether you’re looking to refine your appearance or correct facial imbalances, chin augmentation offers a personalized solution to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
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Chin Implant in Salt Lake City & Park City, UT
What is Mentoplasty?
We can’t all have chins like Kirk Douglas (for men) or Megan Fox (for women). But chin augmentation is a cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the shape, size, and projection of the chin, creating a more balanced and defined facial profile. This treatment can address a weak or recessed chin, improve overall symmetry, and enhance the jawline. Whether you’re looking to refine your appearance or correct facial imbalances, chin augmentation offers a personalized solution to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
What People Say About Us!
“Dear Dr. Saltz and staff,
I just wanted to thank you for the level of service and care you provided me during before and after my surgery! I will definitely recommend you to anyone I know seeking your services!”
Click here to read more reviews.
Why Choose Saltz Plastic Surgery
At Saltz Plastic Surgery, we offer a comprehensive, patient-centered experience that goes beyond surgery. Our holistic approach ensures highly personalized care before, during, and after your chin implant procedure. With traditional and signature spa treatments designed to speed your recovery and enhance results, you can expect an elevated standard of care focused on your well-being and aesthetic goals.
Led by Dr. Renato Saltz, a board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of experience, our team brings unmatched expertise in facial surgery. Dr. Saltz’s background includes pioneering endoscopic techniques and serving as a leader in global aesthetic organizations. His commitment to excellence is revealed in every aspect of patient care, offering refined surgical techniques and a keen eye for detail. With Salt Lake City and Park City practice locations, we are proud to be a trusted destination for exceptional cosmetic outcomes.
If you feel your chin is out of balance with the other features of your face, chin surgery could remedy your concerns. For those seeking augmentation, they usually feel their chin is either too small or recedes. For those seeking reduction, the feeling is that the chin is too large or protrudes too much.
As with all cosmetic procedures, successful candidates are in good overall health and free of medical conditions. Also, satisfied patients usually will have done some research on their own prior to their consultation with Dr. Saltz, bringing questions to the appointment. When discussing the procedure, Dr. Saltz will make sure your expectations are realistic.
When inserting a chin implant, Dr. Saltz can opt to make the incision under the chin (submental) or inside the mouth (intraoral). He makes a pocket in the connective tissue inside the chin, careful to avoid the major nerve. A solid silicone or polyethylene implant is then placed into the pocket. The procedure typically takes 30 to 45 minutes.
During your consultation with Dr. Saltz, the two of you will discuss your various implant options. You can also opt to have more than one implant — this is more typical for men.
Most chin implants are designed to last for a patient’s lifetime, so the results from chin implants are typically permanent. Unlike other implants in other areas of the body, such as breast implants, implants on the chin are not constantly pulled down by the weight of gravity, allowing them to last longer. If your implants are made from tissue from other parts of your body, there is a chance it may be reabsorbed. If that’s the case, patients are always welcome back to Saltz Plastic Surgery for a follow-up procedure.
Like any other cosmetic implant procedure, chin implants have a few risks. They include the following:
- Erosion of the chin bone
- Hair loss in the chin area
- Implant extrusion
- Swelling
- Burning or prickling
- Redness
- Infection
- Bleeding
Some side effects, such as swelling, are common after most chin implant procedures. Because some patients experience swelling after their implants are placed, they may not see the final results of their chin and jaw for up to three to four months. After that time, however, their results can last a lifetime.
Most notice improvements within a few weeks as swelling decreases. However, final results typically become visible within three to six months once all residual swelling has subsided and the implant has fully settled into place.
While rare, chin implants can potentially shift due to trauma, improper placement, or inadequate healing. To minimize this risk, choose a skilled, board-certified surgeon like Dr. Saltz and follow all post-surgical care instructions closely.
In most cases, the incision is made either inside the mouth or under the chin in a well-concealed location. When properly cared for, external scars are typically minimal and fade significantly over time.
After chin augmentation, you will have bandages covering your incision site and a small tube inserted to drain any excess fluids. You will have some swelling, bruising, and pain in the days following your surgery, but that should subside in two weeks. To combat possible infection, you will be on a one-week course of antibiotics. For the first four or five days, you’ll need to be on a soft diet and sleep with your head raised on two or three pillows. Most patients can return to work in a week to 10 days. Tightness in the jaw is normal and will go away with time once you get used to the new chin implant.
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If you are looking for a long-term, low-maintenance solution to defining your jawline, a chin implant may benefit you more than the injection of fillers. Fillers are much more temporary than chin implants and often require patients to maintain appointments every three to four months to achieve their desired look. Chin implants are also made from a firmer material than most fillers, helping achieve a stronger, sharper jawline and narrow, V-line-shaped face. The thickness of a chin implant can also add longer-lasting volume to the jaw area more than fillers can.
Although chin implants are designed to achieve life-long results, they may still change in appearance over time as the body naturally ages. The chin implants are meant to look natural and blend into your natural jawbone structure. As we age, the loss of bone volume, facial volume, tissue volume, and skin thickness may affect your chin implants. However, with the right maintenance and follow-up procedures, it is often easy to keep your chin implant looking how you want it to.
A chin implant primarily enhances the projection and definition of the chin. While it can improve the appearance of a double chin by creating better facial balance, it may not directly address excess fat or loose skin. Additional procedures like neck liposuction or a neck lift may be ideal.
The surgeon will evaluate your facial structure, profile, and aesthetic goals during your consultation. Using imaging tools and their expertise, they will recommend the ideal size and shape to achieve natural-looking, harmonious results that complement your unique features.
Modern chin implants feel natural once the healing process is complete. Initially, there may be some tightness or unfamiliar sensations, but as swelling subsides and tissues adjust, most patients report that the implant feels like a natural part of their face.
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We combine preoperative treatment, surgery, and postoperative care for a comprehensive, holistic treatment for all patients. Call today for more information about Chin Implant in Salt Lake City & Park City or to schedule your consultation 435.655.6612 or 801.274.9500.
