CHEEK & CHIN SURGERY
The facial bones with their prominences and depressions give shape to the face. A strong chin and wide cheek bones are deemed attractive. Procedures are available to increase the projection of the cheek, chin, jaw angle, and nose.
Cheek Augmentation
Cheek implants can also be placed through incisions located in the mouth or through an incision such as would be carried out in a blepharoplasty (lower eyelid surgery). Many different sizes and shapes of implants are available to meet any specific individual's needs.
Chin Advancement
The chin can be advanced by placing an implant or by moving the bone of the chin itself. An implant can be placed either through an incision beneath the chin or in the mouth. An alternate procedure involves separating the chin itself from the rest of the mandible and moving it forward. This segment of bone is then secured in its new position with small bone screws or wires. The ability to eat and chew is only restricted by either of these procedures for a few days. The angle of the mandible can also be enhanced with implants placed through intraoral incisions.
We hope to have photos of this procedure soon.
