Chin Augmentation
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CHIN AUGMENTATION
Chin Augmentation Procedure at a Glance:
Indications: For patients with microgenia, a soft chin or undefined jawline with no further plans for orthonagthic madibular advancement surgery. Procedure is often done to provide more balance between the projection of the patient’s nose and jawline to create a more aesthetically pleasing appearance.
Anesthesia: IV Twilight Sedation
Surgery Type: Outpatient
Chin Augmentation Downtime: One week with restrictions on exercise and lifting anything heavier than 5lbs. Patients may have slight swelling or bruising. Patients will still need to adhere to certain post-surgical instructions that will be specific to the procedure. Limitations will be discussed during a thorough pre-operative appointment.
Removal of Stitches: Stitches are dissolvable
Chin Augmentation Techniques: Gore-Tex implants are used to allow the chin implant to fully integrate with the patient’s own tissue and reduce micro-movement. Gore-tex is a superior implant to silicone, which encapsulates and will always have micro-movement, which can erode the bone over time, thus reducing the projection. As a result, silicone is not Dr. Winslow’s preferred material of choice. The incision is placed under the natural crease under the chin. The chin implant is then placed along the lower jaw bone, and an extended contour implant provides the patient with a natural appearance that will age well with them and help improve the pre-jowl sulcus. Sizing will be customized according to the patient's anatomy.
Complementary Procedures: In tandem with chin augmentation, rhinoplasty can provide more aesthetic balance to the face.
Chin Augmentation (Chin Implant) BEFORE + AFTER Photos
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Chin Augmentation Overview
A soft, weak, or recessed chin can make a person look older than they really are. It can also create an imbalance in the facial features. A chin augmentation creates instant volume through placement of an implant, restoring harmony to the facial features. This enhances the appearance of the face and neck.
Chin implants can be created using a variety of materials, including Gore-Tex and solid silicone. Dr. Winslow prefers to use Gore-Tex chin implants, which offer the benefit of integrating with the patient’s natural tissue, further anchoring the implant in place.
Silicone chin implants do not allow for tissue integration, and because of this, there is microscopic implant movement. This gradually erodes the chin bone, slowly decreasing chin projection and reducing the procedure’s results.
Extended contour Gore-Tex implants are the preferred chin implant used by Dr. Winslow.. These implants help address the pre-jowl sulcus (a depression that appears between the chin and the jowl) and maintain a natural appearance as the patient ages.
Typically, chin augmentation with implants only takes around 45 minutes. At the start of the procedure, IV twilight sedation is administered. Once it has taken effect, Dr. Winslow creates a tiny incision under the chin. Next, she affixes the implant to the chin bone. Finally, she closes the incision with dissolvable sutures.
Am I a Good Candidate for Chin Implants?
Ideal candidates for chin augmentation in Indianapolis have a recessed chin/jawline or microgenia. If your chin needs more projection, placing an implant in the chin can improve facial balance and jawline definition.
Non-smokers are good candidates for chin augmentation surgery, and smokers will need to quit for several weeks before the date of their procedure. Candidates must be in good overall health.
People whose chins already project to an adequate degree are not good candidates for chin augmentation surgery.
The best way to ensure that you are a good candidate for chin augmentation is by visiting our Indianapolis facility for a consultation with Dr. Winslow. We’re located near a number of shopping centers, including The Fashion Mall at Keystone, Carmel Marketplace, and Merchants’ Square mall.
Why Choose Dr. Winslow As Your Chin Augmentation Surgeon in Indianapolis?
Dr. Catherine P. Winslow is board-certified in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery. Her decades of specialized experience speak volumes, and patients from around the country seek out her expertise for their chin augmentation procedures.
Dr. Winslow was chosen to be the official Otolaryngology Consultant for The White House, and since then, she has returned as a guest speaker for the medical staff. She has delivered presentations at conferences, authored articles for medical journals, and written numerous textbook chapters.
Her high degree of skill in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, such as chin implant surgery, has led to her being given the State of Indiana’s Torchbearer Award. She has also been recognized as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly.
Dr. Winslow is a member of associations such as the Association of Military Otolaryngologists, the Association of Women Surgeons, and the Indiana State Medical Association.
Dr. Winslow earned her MD from the Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis and graduated with honors. After a General Surgery internship in Denver at St. Joseph Hospital, she completed a residency in Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. She also attended Oregon Health Sciences University for a specialized Microvascular and Facial Plastic Surgery fellowship.
Our facial plastic surgery office in Indianapolis, more specifically the suburb of Carmel, is known as a mecca for facial plastic surgery. We’re about a half hour from downtown Indianapolis, which features numerous dining and shopping options. Dr. Winslow performs chin augmentation surgery in our facility’s state-of-the-art fully accredited surgical suite. Our staff members are highly experienced, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
What to Expect During a Consultation for Chin Augmentation
Before a date can be set for a patient’s chin augmentation, they must meet with Dr. Winslow for a consultation which can either be done virtually or in person. Out-of-town patients typically fly into Indianapolis International Airport, just a short drive from our facility.
A chin implant consultation will include a discussion of the patient’s aesthetic goals and a facial examination to ensure optimal candidacy. Dr. Winslow will also ask questions about the patient’s medical history. Allergies and current medications will be discussed, as will past medical procedures and any pre-existing conditions.
Patients who are interested in pairing their chin augmentation with another facial procedure are encouraged to discuss this option with Dr. Winslow. Chin augmentation surgery is commonly paired with procedures like rhinoplasty, minilifts, and lower face and neck lifts.
Dr. Winslow will use three-dimensional computer imaging software to display the patient’s potential chin augmentation results. She will go through the details of the procedure from start to finish; questions are highly encouraged.
A date will then be set for the surgery. The patient’s primary care physician must provide surgical clearance for chin surgery, since it is an elective procedure that involves sedation.
Three weeks before the chin augmentation procedure, the patient will come in for a pre-operative appointment. During this time, recovery instructions will be given to the patient, including information regarding medications and supplements that will be necessary for recovery. These include arnica and bromelain, which can reduce post-surgical bruising and swelling.
Chin Augmentation Recovery
After chin augmentation surgery, Indianapolis patients will return home to rest and recover. Patients must care for their incision as directed to prevent infections from occurring.
Minor post-surgical swelling and tenderness may be present in the chin area. This will be minimized through the use of an elastic compression garment or an elastic bandage. Cold compresses can also reduce swelling and bruising, as can keeping one’s head elevated at all times.
Patients will return for a one week follow-up appointment. During this follow-up, Dr. Winslow and staff R.N.’s will inspect the incision, address any complications, and clear the patient to return to work and other activities.
Schedule a Chin Augmentation Consultation
Take the first step towards achieving an enhanced facial profile—set up a personalized chin augmentation consultation with Dr. Winslow. Contact our office today to schedule your appointment at our Indianapolis facility, not far from quality hotels like the Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing, Hotel Carmichael, Marriott Indianapolis North, and Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel, Sonesta Select- Carmel, Homewood Suites- Carmel.
Indianapolis Chin Augmentation FAQs
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That depends on your goals and desires. In general, the cost is less to combine the procedures and you only undergo one recovery period, instead of several. On the downside, it may take a bit longer to heal (longer anesthetic, multiple procedures).
After a Gore-Tex implant has been placed in the chin, the patient’s chin and jawline will be permanently enhanced. The implant is permanent and never needs to be replaced.
During chin augmentation, no pain will be felt, since anesthesia will be administered beforehand. After chin augmentation, pain will be controlled with narcotics until it is manageable with Tylenol. Pain is a unique sensation, and no two people will perceive it the same. The chin augmentation recovery may include some swelling and tenderness but acute pain is not typical.
A scar is always a resulting factor of having surgery. However, incisions made at the hands of a facial plastic surgeon are made as discreetly as possible. Scars are placed so they are well camouflaged and very difficult to see in the natural crease under the chin. Any scar will be pink/ red during the healing period (generally 6-12 months) and after that are generally imperceptible and fade.
Depending on the type of procedure, recovery is generally 7-10 days. Most patients can resume work after 1 to 2 weeks. Regular physical exercise may be slowly resumed after 7-10 days. Makeup can be used to help camouflage the areas that are bruised after one week. Social activities can be resumed after 3 to 4 weeks.
Both options create excellent results. However, injectable chin fillers can only provide temporary augmentation and must be repeated once the filler is fully absorbed by the body. Because of this, it is more cost effective to get a chin implant.
There are no real downsides to chin implants, only upsides. Implants improve the appearance of the chin and lower face, do not require months of recovery time, and provide permanent results. Chin augmentation results look and feel very natural.
