Facial Implants (Chin & Jaw) | Chin Augmentation (Mentoplasty) Techniques
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Chin Augmentation (Mentoplasty) TechniquesHow is chin implant surgery (mentoplasty) performed, and where are incisions placed?
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How is chin implant surgery (mentoplasty) performed, and where are incisions placed?
#Chin implant surgery is performed through either a concealed intraoral incision inside the lower lip or a tiny discreet incision beneath the chin crease.
Intraoral approach: A small 1.5 cm incision is made in the lower labial sulcus; the implant is placed precisely beneath the periosteum over the anterior mandibular symphysis and secured with titanium micro-screws or pocket anchoring, leaving zero external scar. Submental approach: A 1.5 to 2 cm incision is hidden in the natural submental skin crease under the chin; this allows direct visualization and is ideal when combined with submental liposuction.
The procedure takes 30 to 45 minutes under local anesthesia with sedation, with sutures dissolving or removed within 7 days.