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What is Chin Surgery?
The jawline, with the chin being its centerpiece, is an important component of facial beauty and harmony. Chin augmentation surgery, also referred to as genioplasty, is a cosmetic reconstructive surgery that corrects a weak or receding chin that is too small or too short. In doing so, the facial features are brought into better proportion and the jawline is better defined. The end result is a more attractive appearance as the facial features are brought into better harmony.
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Your Customized Chin Surgery
Chin augmentation in Pensacola can be performed with a few different techniques depending on your cosmetic goals and how the chin fits with your facial anatomy. The chin may be augmented by using chin implants (chin implant surgery) or advancing the chin bone itself to correct a weak or recessed chin. A custom chin implant with various shapes and sizes will be used to construct a more oval feminine chin or squared masculine chin. Chin surgery is often combined with other facial cosmetic surgery procedures such as rhinoplasty to achieve the desired facial balance.
The Procedure
The chin augmentation surgery procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia for your comfort and it is an outpatient procedure so you will be able to go home the same day as surgery. During the procedure, a small incision is made below the chin in the existing crease of the skin, or completely hidden inside the mouth. When an implant is used to augment the chin, space is made in the chin area to place the solid silicone device which is fitted to the contours of your chin bone. Dr. Shaddix will carefully select the implant that will give you the result you desire while balancing your facial proportions.
Patient Testimonials
I was so happy with my experience and outcome as well. Dr. Shaddix has a calming manner (which I really needed), is so professional and really listened to what I wanted and the result is amazing and natural looking - very proportionate to my body just as I had hoped. I highly recommend him”
Read Patient ReviewsRecovery After Chin Surgery
It is important to take some time off from work to recover. A week of rest without strenuous activity is advised but most patients can return to work in one week. You will have some bruising that will resolve within a couple weeks and your postoperative discomfort will be managed with medication prescribed by Dr. Shaddix. Jaw movement will be limited during your recovery, which is why a liquid or soft diet is recommended. Your plastic surgeon, Dr. Shaddix, will provide you with detailed instructions to guide you through your recovery, and he will be available to answer your questions along the way.
At Shaddix Plastic Surgery it's a very laid back, low pressure environment where my goal is to educate, and not to sell.”
Meet dr. shaddixTo find out more information about what you can expect and determine if you are a candidate for surgery, call Shaddix Plastic Surgery today. We proudly serve Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Destin, Fort Walton, and all of Northwest Florida and the Gulf Coast. To schedule your consultation, call our office or fill out our consultation form below!
