Chin plastic surgery

Chin plastic surgery: preparation

A small chin surgery performed by the Yurchenko Team helps to make the proportions more harmonious, refined, remove the “double chin” and rejuvenate for several years at once. This type of facial plastic surgery can restore natural beauty and proportions after injuries or congenital features. Compared to cosmetic fillers, the effect of the surgery remains for the entire life.

• Consultation. During the visit, the doctor listens carefully to the patient’s wishes, talks the patient through the surgery and rehabilitation and answers all questions. At this stage, the surgeon determines the type of correction required.
• Medical evaluation. The doctor assesses the condition of the facial tissues, degree of their elasticity, anatomical features of the face structure and proportions.
• Comprehensive examination. Before the surgery, each patient must perform laboratory tests (complete blood count and urine test, biochemical blood test, glucose in blood, coagulation panel, AIDS, HIV, HBV and HCV tests). It is also necessary to be examined by a general practitioner and an anesthesiologist.

How is chin plastic surgery performed?

On average, the surgery lasts less than 1 hour. General anesthesia is used.

To enlarge the chin, the surgeon uses silicone implants. The incision is made in the lower jaw area where the implant is fixed. The sutures are also applied with self-absorbent threads.

Plastic surgeon can also perform chin enlargement by lipofilling. The patient’s own adipose tissue is used as a filling material. When using this method, the effect lasts for a limited amount of time.

Rehabilitation period

At the end of the surgery, the patient is referred to the inpatient department of the clinic, where he/she stays for 24 hours under the supervision of medical staff. Doctor recommends following all the recommendations to minimize swelling and possible complications. It is also mandatory to wear a fixation bandage for 2 weeks after surgery.

The doctor schedules a follow-up examination on the 7th day to assess the patient’s general condition.

During rehabilitation, it is necessary:

• do not visit the sauna, solarium, swimming pool;
• keep the head in an elevated position while sleeping; sleeping on the belly is strictly forbidden
• do not apply makeup for 7 days;
• limit physical activity and workouts in the gym;
• limit the consumption of coffee, alcoholic beverages, and stop smoking during the first month.

Complications after chin plastic surgery

Mentoplasty is a surgical procedure aimed at correcting the shape or size of the chin. The most common complications after chin plastic surgery.

1. Infections
Infections are a common complication after surgical interventions. It can be associated with redness, swelling, pain, and discharge from the wound. Treatment includes antibiotics and, in some cases, drainage.

2. Hematomas and seromas
Hematomas (accumulation of blood) and seromas (accumulation of serous fluid) can occur after surgery, leading to pain and swelling. It may require additional drainage.

3. Nerve damage
Nerve damage can lead to temporary or permanent loss of sensation in the chin and lower lip. It may be accompanied by a feeling of numbness or tingling.

4. Scars
Scars can be visible and cosmetically unacceptable. In some cases, it may develop hypertrophic scars or keloids that require additional treatment.

5. Asymmetry
Chin asymmetry can occur due to uneven implant placement or uneven tissue healing.

 6. Implant rejection
In the case of implant use, the body may reject it, which will require its removal or replacement.

7. Chronic pain
Some patients may experience chronic pain in the chin area after surgery, which may require additional treatment.

8. Aesthetic dissatisfaction
The results of the surgery may not meet the patient’s expectations, which will lead to the need for repeated correction.

To avoid complications, you should:

• сhoose a qualified and experienced surgeon from the Yurchenko Team;
• follow all preoperative and postoperative recommendations of the doctor;
• avoid physical activity and injuries during the recovery period;
• regularly visit the surgeon for postoperative examinations.

Following these recommendations will help reduce the risk of complications and ensure a successful outcome of the surgery.

Why choose Yurchenko Team?

Yurchenko Team regularly performs chin plastic surgery. Such procedure requires high qualifications from a plastic surgeon. In the clinics where the Yurchenko Team works, it is performed by highly-skilled specialists. Each specialist on our team continuously refines their knowledge and skills in their specific field. This is the philosophy of the Yurchenko Team and the gold standard of all our services.

We welcome patients at three locations: Kyiv, Bukovel, and Limassol. Thus, patients can choose the most convenient and comfortable place for the procedure.