How do you tell if someone has a chin implant? There are many ways to tell if someone has a chin implant, but the most reliable way is to ask them. However, since we don’t often have the opportunity to ask others about their cosmetic surgery procedures, we’ve compiled this list of telltale signs that someone may have undergone a chin implant procedure:
- They have a very high-bridged nose and/or large forehead
- They have a very narrow face and/or high cheekbones
- Their chin is recessed (meaning it’s tucked back into their neck)
- Their jawline is straight (not rounded)
In this post, we’ll consider chin implant types and chin implant side effects.
How To Tell If Someone Has A Chin Implant
Chin implants are a good option for people who have lost some of their jawline due to aging, or who want to change the shape of their face. They’re also useful for people who have had facial trauma like an injury or surgery that has caused their chin to look different than it once did.
The best way to tell if someone has had a chin implant is by looking at the shape of their jawline. If you see a smooth curve from the top of the ear down to their chin, then they probably haven’t had one done. If instead you see a bump, then they’ve likely had one put in place.
There are a few signs that can help you determine if someone has a chin implant.
One of the most obvious signs is that their chin is raised and very round in appearance. This happens because the implant has been inserted from underneath the skin and pushes up into the bone, making it protrude outwards. The implant also creates more volume to fill out the area around it, resulting in an overall fuller face shape.
Another sign is that your loved one’s chin will feel different to you when you touch it or kiss it—normally, your cheek or lips would make contact with soft tissue, but if they have an implant then there will be some type of hard structure underneath their skin. This can feel foreign at first but after a while it will get easier for both of you to adjust.
Finally, look at their medical records if possible! If they’ve had surgery performed on their chin then there should be some kind of documentation showing what exactly was done during the procedure (e.g., “chin augmentation”).
Your face creates a first impression when you meet someone. If you are unhappy with your face, you might not be happy with the first impression you create. One common issue patients express is that they are not happy with the appearance of their chin. Fortunately, chin implants, also known as chin augmentation, provide an excellent way to alter your appearance and improve your self-esteem.
Do you want to know more about chin augmentation? Here’s what you need to know about this procedure.
What Is the Chin Implant Procedure Like?
Chin implant surgery begins with general anesthesia, which puts you to sleep. You will not be awake when the doctor makes an incision either through the mouth or underneath the chin. The doctor then inserts an implant right on top of the existing chin bone.
Companies typically make the implant of silicone, and it will feel like your natural chin to the touch. Nobody will be able to tell that you had surgery after you’ve recovered.
The entire procedure is relatively short, usually under an hour. After the doctor inserts the implant, he or she will sew up the incision and bandage the area. You will wake up from anesthesia, which can make you feel groggy at first.
Who Benefits from Chin Implant Surgery?
Chin augmentation best benefits individuals who are currently unhappy with the look of their profile, or side view. Men and women over the age of 18 are all candidates for the surgery if they would like to bolden the jawline and create a more balanced appearance.
If you are unhappy with the look of your chin and neck, you will be happy with the addition of an implant, which improves definition throughout the entire region. If you have a double chin, a chin implant can change this.
Chin Implant Side Effects
A chin implant, like any surgical procedure, is not without its risks.
Bleeding.
Bruising.
An itching or stinging feeling.
Resorption of your chin bone, also known as erosion.
Shorn patches of hair close to the incision (if the incision is on the outside of your chin).
Removal of an Implant (implant pokes through the incision).
Contrary to expectations, the implant was rejected.
Infection.
Painful damage to the nerves.
Scarring.
Misplaced or crooked implant.
Like any surgery, chin implants come with some risks. The first risk comes with the administration of anesthesia. Most people have no problem, but in rare cases people experience complications.
Any surgery may involve the risk of infection. You can lower your risk of infection after surgery by not smoking and by following the doctor’s instructions before and after the procedure. If you experience any issues after surgery, talk to your doctor about it right away.
After surgery, your doctor will ask you to sleep face-up to prevent swelling. Light swelling is normal after surgery, but it should diminish over the next few weeks and months.
What Does Recovery After Chin Implant Surgery Look Like?
After surgery, you may need to take about one week off of work to rest and recuperate. After about seven days, you should be ready to return to most of your daily activities.
While you recover, your doctor will likely recommend you have a cold compress and take some pain medications. Otherwise, the pain associated with chin implants is relatively minimal. The results of your surgery are permanent.
What Should You Do When You Are Ready for Chin Implant Surgery?
Consult with a trusted plastic surgeon to discuss chin augmentation. Your surgeon can recommend the best method of creating a balanced and harmonious appearance. If you are scared to pursue chin augmentation, you can opt for fillers to contour your chin and jawline first, which allows you to see what the implant might look like.
The Plastic Surgery Group offers chin implants and other cosmetic procedures. We help you look and feel your best. Call our plastic surgery office today to discuss your options for changing your appearance and changing that first impression.
If you’re wondering if someone has had a chin implant, look out for these signs!
Bulky or asymmetrical look
- If you see a bulging, uneven or asymmetrical look along the jawline where a chin implant would be placed, it’s possible that the person has had one.
- Silicone implants are used to add volume to areas of the body and can be inserted under the skin or above muscle. They can be inserted through a small incision or a small scar, which is called an endoscopic approach. Most chin augmentation procedures are done in stages because they require two incisions in order to fit both sides of the implant into place properly.*
Bad scarring
In order to determine whether or not you know someone with a chin implant, look for the following physical signs:
- The scarring that occurs as a result of the incision used to insert the implant. This can vary in size and placement depending on how well it was done. Sometimes they’ll be small but noticeable scars on either side of the chin, while others are more like thin lines across their skin.
- The size of the implant itself—many people who have had this procedure done use implants that are smaller than those used for other types of cosmetic surgery (such as breast augmentations). As such, they may seem fairly inconspicuous from afar but upon close inspection will be clearly visible as two lumps at either side of their chin area.
If you suspect someone might have undergone this procedure and would like more information about it before jumping onto conclusions based off these external characteristics alone, we suggest reaching out directly so that we can provide some guidance regarding what might work best for them based off their goals!
Blocked tear ducts
You may notice that your loved one’s eyes are teary or watery. This could be a result of blocked tear ducts. If the implant is placed too high, it can block the drainage of tears and cause an eye infection called dacryocystitis.
If you see black spots around your loved one’s eyes, this may be a sign of scar tissue formation. Scar tissue can form when there’s damage to surrounding areas during surgery, so if they were having facial reconstruction done at the same time as their chin implant procedure, it could explain these spots on their face
Numbness
Numbness is a common side effect of a chin implant procedure, and though it’s not permanent, it can last for up to three months. If you notice numbness in the area of your chin after surgery, it’s important to speak with your doctor about how long this may last and what treatment options are available.
How long does numbness last?
It depends on the person, but for most people who experience numbness during recovery from chin augmentation surgery, it lasts three months or less. While some patients have reported feeling rejuvenated after only one week post-surgery (which is impressive!), other patients have reported discomfort that lingers much longer—some even up until six months later!
What causes numbness?
The reason why many patients experience oral sensitivity following their procedures is because they’ve had an incision made under their chin which runs along several nerves in order to access their jawbone—this can result in an uncomfortable feeling when moving one’s mouth around as well as general “numbness” in certain areas like cheeks or lips when eating or drinking hot beverages like coffee or tea (which also makes sense if you think about how these liquids would normally warm up all over again).
Poor healing
The swelling and bruising that comes with chin implant surgery usually takes a few weeks to fully subside. If you notice bleeding, or if the swelling or bruising worsens over time, your doctor may have to drain the area (which is generally not painful). While this can be inconvenient, these complications are not uncommon and should heal without any lasting effects.
If the swelling does not go away after a few months, it could be a sign of infection—but only an examination by your surgeon will determine whether such an infection exists. If you notice severe facial pain or anything else unusual about your recovery, contact them immediately for further evaluation.
Swelling
Swelling is a common side effect of chin augmentation, and it’s often just a temporary problem. In general, swelling should go down within a couple of days after the procedure. If swelling does not go down or gets worse after that time period, you may want to see your plastic surgeon again as soon as possible.
Chin augmentation is a popular procedure, but it can be harmful to your health if done badly. Chin augmentation is a safe and effective procedure that uses silicone gel implants to increase the size of your chin. Chin augmentation can be performed with either an implant or fat grafting technique.
You should always go for a board certified plastic surgeon who has performed many procedures similar to yours in order to ensure that you will get quality results from the surgery.
We hope that this information has helped you decide if chin augmentation is right for you. If you have any questions or concerns about this procedure, please contact us at our office today.
A chin implant is inserted into the chin under the facial tissue.
A chin implant is placed under the facial tissue and rests on your jawbone. It’s made of silicone or saline, and is inserted into your chin through two incisions (about one-and-a-half inches long). The device can be removed with a few stitches after it’s healed.
If you want to get rid of a chipmunk look or make your jawline more prominent, a chin implant can give you just the right amount of chiseled definition. But like any procedure, there are risks associated with having one done—so talk to your doctor about the pros and cons before taking this step.
Chin Implant Types
The most common is the pre-joweled malar.
The most common type of chin implant is called the pre-joweled malar, which lifts the chin and softens it slightly. Doctors can also use a more anatomical approach, lifting up the skin under your jawbone to make it appear more prominent. Another common type of implant is called a submental, which works by filling in an indentation in your chin area; this makes you look like you have less gauntness around the mouth, which can help mask other issues (such as acne scars).
The last option, with perhaps the greatest variation on appearance, is a submandibular implant: This involves placing an implant behind your bottom lip and under your mandible (your lower jaw). This gives you more projection from that angle as well as from above.
There are also anatomical implants that better mimic the contour and shape of a person’s natural jawline. But they are less commonly used because they can be associated with more complications such as migration and infection, per Stanford Health Care.
While anatomical implants have been around since the 1960s, newer models provide greater stability by being made from different materials than traditional ones, according to The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Anatomical chin implants tend to break more easily than other models and may need replacement surgery sooner than other types of chin augmentation procedures do.
A surgeon can make a small incision underneath your chin or inside your mouth near your lower lip, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Then, they use a small mallet to gently tap the implant into place and use sutures to sew it underneath the skin, per ASPS.
Chin implant surgery is done under general anesthesia. A surgeon makes an incision underneath your chin or inside your mouth near your lower lip, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Then, they use a small mallet to gently tap the implant into place and use sutures to sew it underneath the skin, per ASPS.
There are two types of chin implants: one made from silicone and another that’s solid silicone with an outer shell made from solid silicone or acrylic material. Chin augmentation can be performed at any age but is most commonly used on adults between ages 21 and 60 who have a receding jawline or no chin at all due to genetics or aging, according to ASPS.*
While a filler is injected under the skin along the edge of the jawbone, per Medi-Spa Skin Care in Virginia.
According to Medi-Spa Skin Care in Virginia, a chin implant is also commonly referred to as a “chin filler.” This cosmetic procedure can be performed on both men and women to increase the appearance of their jawline. How does it work? A filler is injected under the skin along the edge of the jawbone, per Medi-Spa Skin Care in Virginia. It adds volume, definition and fullness to create an overall more defined look for your face.
Surgeons generally recommend that patients wait about two weeks before returning to work or school after getting a chin implant, ASPS reports. But for fillers, you’re generally OK to return right away since it’s injection only without any surgery involved.
Chin implants are permanent and can’t be removed or replaced. Injectables (fillers) are temporary and can be removed, but only with difficulty. If you get fillers in the chin area, it’ll take a few weeks for them to wear off completely, ASPS reports.
Because fillers are temporary and injected under the skin near the jawline, they’re less noticeable than chin implants—at least for now. “Fillers do not have an effect on bone structure like [a] chin implant does,” Dr. Goldwasser says. “They only volumize soft tissue underneath your face.