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WHAT IS CHIN SURGERY | CHIN AUGMENTATION SURGERY | CHIN IMPLANT | MENTOPLASTY | GENIOPLASTY?

At Sandia Oral Surgery, we want you to feel great about your appearance and confident in your body which is why we proudly offer treatments that provide the look you’ve always dreamed of. Dr. Tuggle understands the value of a solid and well-defined chin for both men and women and uses surgical techniques to improve the chin’s size and shape.

WHAT IS GENIOPLASTY?

Genioplasty is the medical term for surgery that alters the shape and size and improves contours of the chin, neck, and jawline. If you are looking for more balanced facial features, a chin enhancement could be the ideal solution. We can either move your chin to the desired position during a simple procedure and fix it in place with screws or place chin implants.

WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS?

There are several types of genioplasty. Dr. Tuggle can:

  • Advance your chin forward if it is recessed.
  • Push your chin back if it juts out.
  • Move your chin to the side to increase symmetry.
  • Remove or add bone to increase or decrease the length of your chin.
  • Add an implant to your chin bone.

WHAT DOES THE PROCESS OF ADJUSTING MY CHIN BONE ENTAIL?

Dr. Tuggle cuts the chin bone away from the rest of the jaw and moves it to the desired location. This procedure is called osteotomy and can be used to increase or decrease the profile projection of the chin. We take pride in tailoring your surgery to your unique needs as we assess facial balance and your desired goals.

DOES CHIN SURGERY | CHIN AUGMENTATION SURGERY | CHIN IMPLANT | MENTOPLASTY | GENIOPLASTY HURT?

No! Genioplasty is typically performed under general anesthesia so that you will be completely comfortable. You may experience swelling or slight discomfort as you heal the first week. We provide all necessary aftercare instructions. Taking any prescribed pain medications will keep you ahead of any possible pain, and Dr. Tuggle is always available should you have any difficulty or concern.

ENHANCING THE JAWLINE WITH CHIN IMPLANTS

Today’s chin implants not only enhance bone structure and overall aesthetics, but they contribute to a well-defined jawline which brings facial balance and harmony.

HOW DOES CHIN SURGERY | CHIN AUGMENTATION SURGERY | CHIN IMPLANT | MENTOPLASTY | GENIOPLASTY WORK?

Dr. Tuggle makes a small incision under the chin or inside the mouth, creating a space to place the implant around the chin bone. A chin implant is a simple procedure that generally takes less than an hour. Once the surgery is complete, Dr. Tuggle closes the incision with sutures.

DOES CHIN SURGERY | CHIN AUGMENTATION SURGERY | CHIN IMPLANT | MENTOPLASTY | GENIOPLASTY HURT?

No. We administer general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation to ensure our patients are comfortable. Chin implant surgery is an outpatient procedure.

WHAT IS CHIN SURGERY | CHIN AUGMENTATION SURGERY | CHIN IMPLANT | MENTOPLASTY | GENIOPLASTY RECOVERY LIKE?

Because chin implants require no bone cutting, recovery is comparatively quick and comfortable. Dr. Tuggle will provide you with aftercare instructions that need you to sleep facing up at a slightly elevated height for the first couple weeks after surgery to reduce swelling and promote healing. Most patients can return to work and normal activities with a week and strenuous exercise within a month.

HOW LONG DOES A CHIN SURGERY | CHIN AUGMENTATION SURGERY | CHIN IMPLANT | MENTOPLASTY | GENIOPLASTY LAST?

Although we age and our appearance changes, chin implants are designed to last forever. Unless there is trauma to the face, these solid and durable medical devices should never be replaced.

WHY SHOULD I GET A CHIN SURGERY | CHIN AUGMENTATION SURGERY | CHIN IMPLANT | MENTOPLASTY | GENIOPLASTY?

There are many ways in which a chin augmentation can improve your appearance. Specifically, chin implants can:

  • Strengthen a weak or recessed chin.
  • Improve neck and jawline definition.
  • Reduce the appearance of a double chin caused by a small chin bone.
  • Create a more balanced profile.
  • Reduce a deep fold under the lower lip.
  • Widen a small chin.
  • Improve facial harmony by pulling chin into proper proportion with other features.

See our FAQ below. Contact Us with any other questions.

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According to RealSelf, chin-filler procedures have a 97 percent “worth it” rating, whereas chin implants are pegged at 86 percent. If you’re curious about the various options to sculpt and define your chin, you’ll want to do some research before your doctor’s visit.

Jaw implants give the chin and jaw a more defined look and more balanced proportion to the face. Jaw implants should last many years, if not permanently if done correctly by a trained surgeon.

Most chin implant patients can go home on the same day as the procedure. Whether you have general or local anesthesia, you will need someone to see that you get home safely (you can not drive yourself after the procedure).

The typical recovery time for this procedure is 1-3 weeks in most patients. 

Chin augmentation with an implant can help define the chin so that it brings more outstanding balance to your profile and improves the appearance of your jawline.

If you see your chin as too weak or receding, a chin implant can help correct this concern. In addition, an implant can easily balance features that some patients view as overpowering their face or profile before their chin augmentation.

The swelling is minimal and unnoticeable within one week. MostChin Surgery chin augmentation patients describe a “tight” feeling in their chin the week after surgery but rarely is pain an issue. It is common to have some difficulty smiling and talking normally for several days after surgery.

Sleep with at least two pillows or in a recliner. In some cases, there is temporary numbness for weeks to months after surgery due to stretching of the nerve supply. Avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting, or bending over for the first two weeks (bend from the knees).

The average cost ofChin Surgery chin augmentation is $3,137, according to 2020 statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Most health insurance plans do not coverChin Surgery or its complications, but many plastic surgeons offer patient financing plans, so be sure to ask.

If your Chin Surgery implant was placed intraorally: Please limit yourself to liquids for the first 24 hours and a soft diet for the first week after surgery.

  • No strenuous exercise for at least two weeks
  • No heavy lifting for three weeks
  • Avoid hard chewing foods for two weeks
  • No contact sports for six weeks

Rejection ofChin Surgery chin implant is rare.

Chin implant surgery, also called genioplasty, is the classic procedure forChin Surgery chin augmentation. Results are meant to be permanent, as a chin implant can last a lifetime. However, the implant can be removed if desired with another surgery.

Chin Surgery augmentation with the use of implants is a highly effective surgical procedure with a low rate of complications. The range of postsurgical patient satisfaction after Chin Surgery genioplasty is between 85% and 90%. Bone resorption is the most disturbing complication that could occur.

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3-4 WEEKS BEFORE SURGERY

  • Work and Recovery Arrangements. Make any arrangements to be off from work or other strenuous activities while you are recovering from surgery. Have extra help available, particularly if caring for small children. 
  • Smoking.  Tobacco, cigarettes, and nicotine consumption will cause poor wound healing, longer healing times, and excessive scarring.  We advise discontinuing these products more than four weeks before surgery.

2 WEEKS BEFORE SURGERY

  • Surgery Preop Appointment. You will come in for your preop appointment, where you will review the surgery plan with your surgeon and go over logistical surgery details with your patient coordinator.  Bring your questions as well as any individuals that will be part of your support and healing.
  • DIET/SUPPLEMENT RESTRICTIONS.  Avoid foods, drinks, and herbal supplements that can increase the risk of bleeding and bruising.  Avoid aspirin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Motrin, blood thinners, vitamin E, omega-3, fish oil, and alcohol.  Use Tylenol in place of other over-the-counter pain medications. 
  • Fill Prescriptions. These may include antibiotics and/or pain medication after the surgery and pre-medication to take before your procedure.  Make sure you understand how and when to take all medications. We suggest keeping a notepad to keep track of the medicines you have taken.

1 WEEK BEFORE SURGERY

  • Review Instructions with Caregiver.  Confirm who will be driving you to and from the surgical center and who will stay with you for at least 24 hours after surgery.
  • Arnica.  If provided, start your Arnica tablets two days before surgery. One in the AM and one in the PM and continue until the bottle is finished. 

NIGHT BEFORE SURGERY

  • DO NOT EAT OR DRINK ANYTHING AFTER MIDNIGHT, OR SURGERY WILL BE CANCELED!
  • If prescribed, take medications with a small sip of water one hour prior.
  • Antibiotic. You will be prescribed an antibiotic to take after your procedure. Take your antibiotic until finished.
  • Set Up Home Recovery Area. Your home recovery area may include pillows, blankets, books, television, and anything else to assist with a comfortable recovery.
  • Bathing. You can shower, but do not apply lotion, perfume, hair products, etc.
  • Shaving. If you have facial hair, you should shave the night before or the morning of your surgery so that the area is free of hair.
  • Relax. Stay calm and get plenty of rest to avoid unnecessary stress. 

DAY OF SURGERY

  • Dress Comfortably.  Do not wear nice clothing. Dress in comfortable and loose-fitting clothes. Shirts that can be buttoned or zipped up are preferred.
  • Do NOT wear any makeup, jewelry, cosmetic creams, contacts, hair products, deodorant, sunscreen, and remove all piercings.
  • Arrival at Facility. Have someone accompany you to and from our surgery center. Arrive at the pre-designated time and remember to bring a form of identification. 

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NIGHT OF SURGERY

  • Movement is Important.  Make sure to get out of bed and be up and walking around immediately after your surgery. When lying down in bed or on the couch, make sure you move your legs and ankles. Take deep breaths frequently to keep your lungs clear.
  • Sleep. Sleep on your back with your head elevated about 30-40 degrees (2-3 pillows).  Do not sleep on your side.  Keeping your body more upright will minimize swelling.  Continue this for one to two weeks.
  • Ice Compresses.  Apply ice compresses made of gauze sponges that are dipped into iced water. You may also use frozen peas wrapped in a towel as a cool compress or preferably a Jaw Bra Compression wrap.   For the first 24-48 hours, apply the cool compresses to your chin and neck area for 20 minutes at a time, taking breaks in between. Use Jaw Bra continuously for one week.

MEDICATIONS

  • Antibiotic.  Start your antibiotic tablet 24 hours before surgery and take all tablets as prescribed and until finished.
  • Pain Medication. You will be prescribed pain medication for post-operative pain control.  If your discomfort after surgery is not substantial, you are welcome to take Tylenol instead of the prescribed medication.  Please do not take the Tylenol with the pain medication, as most often, the medication you are prescribed will have Tylenol in it.  Do not exceed 4,000 mg of Tylenol in any 24 hours.  Take medication with food to minimize the risk of nausea.
  • Constipation.  You will experience constipation if taking narcotic pain relievers. Miralax or other over-the-counter laxatives are recommended. Do not wait to take until you are constipated. Begin treatment with narcotic use. 
  • Nausea.  If you are experiencing nausea, which is common after general anesthesia, and a known side effect of some more potent pain medications, we advise that you take your nausea medication. 
  • Medications to Avoid.  Take only those medications approved or prescribed by your surgeon. Avoid medications containing aspirin for two weeks before and after surgery. These medications may increase bleeding. 
  • Substances to Avoid.  Avoid alcohol, nicotine, and caffeine, for these will dramatically slow the healing process.

NUTRITION 

  • Diet.  A light, low-fat diet is best after surgery. You may start a regular diet after your surgery if you are not feeling nauseous or vomiting. 
  • Hydration.  Stay hydrated by drinking 8 -10 glasses of water a day.  Avoid alcohol while you still have to take pain medications.

BATHING

  • Showering. You may remove your compression wrap to wash your hair and face, as usual, the next day following your surgery. Replace the wrap immediately after you shower. Avoid submerging your neck in water. 
  • Hot Tubs/Baths/Swimming Pools.  No tub baths or Jacuzzi until your incisions have healed and approved by your surgeon, which is usually around two weeks.  It is best to wait one month for hot tubs as they have more bacteria than regular chlorinated swimming pools.

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR INCISIONS

  • Cleaning your incisions. Gauze will be placed on the small incision line after your procedure. Keep this on until the next day and replace it with a band-aid. Replace band-aid every couple of days.  You may apply an antibiotic ointment (Bacitracin, Neosporin, etc.) to reinforce healing. 
  • Crusting. Occasionally, crusting will occur around the sutures. Crusting is normal and will resolve. Do not try to pull off any crusts.  Showering daily will minimize crusting.   Apply your bacitracin ointment daily to keep incision sites moist. 
  • Sutures. At your first post-op office visit, your surgeon will remove all necessary sutures. All remaining sutures will be dissolvable. Sutures are usually removed two weeks after your procedure. 

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Mild Bleeding/Drainage. It is common to experience a small amount of bloody drainage from the liposuction access sites for the first several days after liposuction.  
  • Bruising. Bruising is a very common side effect of submental liposuction.  You may have to bruise under the chin that extends farther down the neck and even onto the chest. Most bruises will heal after about 2-3 weeks. The bruise will go from a purplish color to a yellow/green shade as it starts to resolve. 
  • Swelling. Swelling is to be expected for weeks and sometimes months. The swelling can improve with intermittent rest. Exercise and physical activity can transiently worsen swelling but is encouraged. Total resolution of swelling and skin shrinkage can take up to 3-6 months.
  • Itching. Itching at the incision sites is normal for a few days. You may take Benadryl to help with this. 
  • Pain. It is normal to experience tightness, pressure, shooting pain, soreness, and fatigue for several days to weeks following surgery as your body recovers. 
  • Sensory Changes in Skin. There is usually an area of numbness under the chin following a liposuction procedure. Numbness is temporary and will resolve with time.

ACTIVITY

  • Physical Activity. Normal daily activity may be resumed a few days after surgery. No bending over, straining or lifting more than 5lbs for the first week after surgery. Be extremely careful if wearing any “pull-over the head” clothing.
  • Compression Wrap. The compression wrap must be worn AT ALL TIMES for the first week following the submental liposuction procedure and on and off for the next couple of weeks as further advised by your surgeon.
  • It is crucial to make sure the wrap is placing smooth and even compression on the neck. No curling or bunching up of the wrap should occur.
  • Shaving. It is common to have numbness and irritation under the chin following a submental liposuction procedure. For this reason, it is advised not to shave for at least the first five days after your procedure.
  • Driving.  Do NOT operate a vehicle or make important decisions until you have been off pain medications for 24 hours. Use good judgment.
  • Return to work. Most patients require approximately 5-7days off work depending on their job responsibilities and the amount of physical contact your job involves.
  • Exercise.  You can resume an exercise regimen approximately three weeks after surgery, though start easy and build back up to your previous exercise levels.  Just know that swelling may transiently be worse with exercise.
  • Travel. Automobile travel can resume immediately, although frequent breaks are needed every 2 hours to prevent blood pooling in the legs and blood clots. Airline travel is restricted until 1-week postop. You will notice increased swelling with airline travel, and this can happen even 6-8 weeks postop related to the pressure changes that occur. 

DO NOT’S

  • DO NOT place anything frozen directly on the skin. Make sure ice is wrapped in a gauze pad or a towel before applying it to the skin.
  • DO NOT soak in baths, Jacuzzis, or hot tubs, or submerge your face in water until all incisions have fully healed.
  • DO NOT take Aspirin, Naproxen, or other blood thinners until your surgeon advises you it is safe.
  • DO NOT rub or massage your neck until after you are examined and told it is all right.
  • Signs of Infection.  Spreading redness, worsening swelling, increased drainage or drainage of pus, worsening pain and warmth at the incision site.  Temperature over 101 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Excessive Bleeding.  If the dressings are saturated with bright red blood, you have to make very frequent dressing changes.
  • Other Emergency Situations.  Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chest pain, lightheadedness that does not quickly resolve, severe vomiting, pain, or asymmetric swelling in your legs.

DON’T TAKE CHANCES! If you are concerned about anything you consider significant, call us at:
505-291-9600 Mon-Thurs 8-4, Fri 8-12.
Afterhours 505-857-3721

SHOPPING LIST

  • Prescriptions. Fill all prescriptions before your surgery date.
  • Compression wrap. It is provided to you by Our Center.
  • Tylenol (Acetaminophen).  Alternative to narcotic pain medication if the pain is not severe. Do NOT take NSAIDS or ASPIRIN for two weeks before your surgery.
  • Arnica.  An herbal supplement that can reduce swelling and bruising.
  • Laxative or stool softener. It is used to reduce constipation that may be caused by anesthesia or narcotic pain medications.
  • Band-aids. To place over incisions.

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