Chin Surgery in Oklahoma City
Chin surgery refers to several proven treatments, including sliding genioplasty and chin implants. Either procedure can be used to correct a recessed or weak chin.
Is Chin Surgery Right For Me?
Chin surgery is a good choice for improving the harmony and balance of your facial features.
Facial harmony is affected by the size and shape of your chin, in relation to your other features. With chin surgery, Dr. Nuveen can alter the appearance of the chin. He can augment a weak chin and create a more pleasing profile and better facial harmony.
Chin surgery can:
- Enhance facial profile
- Be an alternative or complementary procedure to rhinoplasty.
For an optimal outcome, chin surgery is often performed in combination with nose reshaping. This is a decision that you and Dr. Nuveen can make together, after you have considered the risks and benefits of chin surgery.
FAQ
How does chin surgery work?
Chin surgery treats a recessed chin by altering the chin’s appearance or bone structure. Chin implants are placed above the bone through an incision under the chin or in the mouth.
Sliding genioplasty surgery alters the jaw bone itself to correct the chin’s appearance. In sliding genioplasty, a section of the jaw is removed, then moved forward and attached with screws. Both procedures are performed in order to improve the facial profile or the overall harmony of facial features.
What happens after chin surgery?
After chin surgery, you may experience bruising, swelling, and temporary loss of sensation. You will need to follow your doctor’s instructions on the care of any external incisions. You may also wish to take steps to reduce scars.
If you have non-dissolvable stitches, you will have a follow up visit with Dr. Nuveen to have your sutures removed. You will not be able to return to rigorous activities for several weeks after surgery.
What are the risks of chin surgery?
Risks of chin surgery include over-projection of the chin, under-projection of the chin, infection of implant, and asymmetry. You can review all of the risks in detail during your consultation in Oklahoma City.
For More Information
To learn more about chin surgery in Oklahoma City, please contact the office of cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Erik J. Nuveen. Call 405-842-6677 to inquire about a consultation, or use our contact page to send an email.
