A chin implant is a surgical procedure to change the shape or size of the jawbone. This procedure can be done for aesthetic purposes, such as improving the appearance of the jawbone or restoring the balance of the jawbone. The procedure may also be done for functional purposes, such as correcting breathing problems in the jawbone or repairing damage caused by injury or trauma.
The chin implant procedure is usually done under anesthesia and takes several hours. The surgeon changes the shape or size of the jawbone by cutting or adding the jawbone. In addition, the surgeon also remodels the skin around the jaw, improving the appearance of the jawbone.
The chin implant procedure is performed by a surgeon and is usually performed in a surgical clinic or hospital setting. The procedure is usually performed under anesthesia and is performed as an outpatient, meaning the patient can go home the same day. Post-surgery, the patient usually requires bed rest for a few days and then begins to return to normal. After the chin implant procedure, the patient usually has swelling and bruising within a few weeks and full recovery takes several months.