Chin Augmentation
Why consider a chin enhancement procedure?
Genioplasty, mentoplasty, or chin augmentation is a procedure designed to balance the proportions of a person’s face by adding projection to the chin. A lack of chin prominence can negatively affect your facial harmony and overall appearance.
Your Consultation with Dr. Branman
During your consultation with Dr. Branman, you can discuss the aspects of your chin that you find dissatisfying. The doctor will evaluate your conditions and determine if surgery is an appropriate solution. The surgery may involve an incision inside the mouth, so be sure to inform Dr. Branman if you smoke or if you have dental/gum problems.
Chin Augmentation Surgery
Before surgery, Dr. Branman will help you select a specially shaped implant in an appropriate size for your facial features. Dr. Branman makes a small incision in the mouth or beneath the chin and inserts the implant in a pocket that resides in front of the jawbone. The procedure takes approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour. You may be instructed to take oral antibiotics both before and after the procedure to help guard against infection.
“From the moment I stepped into the clinic, I felt comfortable. Everyone treated me with kindness and respect, and I never felt ashamed. The whole procedure from scheduling to post-op care was well-organized and I felt like all my answers were answered in a timely manner.”
Recovery After Chin Augmentation
Your chin is usually taped after surgery to minimize swelling and discomfort. Sutures will be removed within one week. During recovery, you will likely experience some discomfort and swelling in the chin area for several days. Some numbness and minor difficulty smiling or talking is normal in the initial recovery period. Discoloration (black or blue marks) might be visible around the chin and neck.
Why choose the Little Rock Cosmetic Surgery Center for your chin augmentation procedure
Dr. Rhys L. Branman is an elite facial cosmetic surgeon in Little Rock. Board certified by both the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and the American Board of Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Branman has the intricate knowledge of facial anatomy essential for achieving natural-looking results, along with over 20 years of experience performing chin augmentation procedures.
Schedule a consultation to learn more
If you’re ready to talk to a cosmetic surgeon about your chin enhancement options, we invite you to call or contact us for a consultation with expert facial surgeon Dr. Rhys Branman. He will listen to your goals and concerns, answer your questions, and help you decide the best approach to make the improvements you have in mind.
Dr. Branman has extensive experience in performing facial procedures and has been helping Little Rock, Arkansas chin augmentation patients meet their goals since 1998. He would be happy for you to come in for a consult to learn more about your facial plastic surgery options.
