Chin Implant
Quincy Plastic Surgery Specialist - Dr. Moss
Chin Implant surgery is performed to cosmetically enhance the appearance of one's chin. Many patients who have the need for a chin implant are unaware that they need one because they do not view themselves from their profile. Dr. Moss will often point out to patients who have come to him for other facial cosmetic surgery (especially rhinoplasty surgery) that enhancing their chin will greatly improve their overall appearance. Most patients underestimate the positive and powerful effect that a chin implant can have on their appearance. However, Dr. Moss has morphing software on his computer and can demonstrate what they will look like after having a chin implant. during your consultation, he will take a picture of your profile and demonstrate what may be achieved with surgery.
Dr. Moss' preference is to perform this surgery under general anesthesia (you're asleep) in a hospital as an outpatient (you go home the same day). The operation usually requires about 1 hour. When Dr. Moss performs chin implant surgery he always secures the chin implant to the jaw bone so that there is little chance of the implant migrating from its proper position. Dr. Moss uses self-absorbing sutures for the skin closure for this procedure.
Post-operatively, there is moderate pain which is well controlled with oral medication. There is very little bandaging and you can eat regular food immediately after surgery. Post-operatively, Dr. Moss sees all chin implant patients the day after surgery. Patients are allowed to shower and shampoo after this initial visit. Patients should expect to see bruising for seven to ten days.
Depending on your job, most patients can usually return to work/school in 7 to 10 days. Most patients can resume light exercising in about two weeks. At six weeks, most patients can resume their normal exercise program. Dr. Moss prefers to have patients be at least 18 before having this surgery. This surgery can be performed at the same time with either a rhinoplasty or facelift. Insurance does not cover chin implants.
Chin Implant Photos
Click on the photos below to see additional or larger photos for each patient.
 Chin Implant (with neck liposuction) Patient 1 click to enlarge |
 Chin Implant (with neck liposuction) Patient 2 click to enlarge |
 Chin Implant (with mini facelift) Patient 3 click to enlarge |
|
Or, learn more about Facial Plastic Surgery Procedures:
Return to main Procedures page or click on a link below to learn more about Facial plastic surgery procedures:
- Dr. Moss' Philosophy on Facial Cosmetic Surgery and Facial Rejuvenation Treatments
- Mini Face Lift
- Liposuction of the Face
- Rhinoplasty
- Eyelid Surgery
- Otoplasty
- Brow Lift
Call us at 508.747.1322 or 781.337.2421
