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‘Dubai chin implant surgeon Dr. Ahmad can help balance your facial proportions with a chin implant procedure’
Mentoplasty (Chin Implant) in Dubai
If you're concerned about having a "weak chin," a chin implant procedure with Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ahmad could provide the solution you're seeking. This surgical enhancement involves placing an implant along the front of the chin to improve its shape and definition. With a range of implant sizes and placement techniques available, the procedure can be tailored to meet your individual needs.
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Benefits of a Chin Implant
A chin implant is designed to enhance facial balance by refining the chin's dimensions. It’s particularly effective for addressing a "small" chin, adding width, height, or projection to create better facial harmony. While the procedure is relatively minor, its impact on overall appearance can be remarkably transformative.
A chin implant can do the following:
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Increase projection (the degree to which it ‘sticks out’ from the side view) . Increase width (make the chin wider)
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Camouflage jowls
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Increase vertical chin height
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Decrease or eliminate mentalis muscle dimpling (constant contraction of the ‘chin muscle’ often due to a weak chin)
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Improve overall facial proportions and harmony (e.g. a weak chin can make a larger nose look larger)
Who is a Candidate for Chin Implant Surgery?
Potential patients will most often describe themselves as having ‘no chin’ or a ‘weak chin.’
Patients who are candidates:
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Underprojected chin
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Patients with a narrow chin wanting a more square looking chin
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Short chin wanting more vertical length
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Patients who have a very short distance from the tip of their chin to the start of their neck
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Patients with mentalis strain (constant dimpling in the chin muscle)
Before scheduling your chin implant surgery, Dr. Ahmad will examine you and evaluate your medical history to ensure that you are a suitable candidate.
In general, a chin implant candidate should be:
Good Health
No Smoking
Someone who has realistic expectations about what can be achieved through plastic surgery.
Chin Implant Incisions
There are two methods of placing a chin implant:
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Using an incision inside the mouth, where the lower lips meets the gums along the front teeth (intra oral approach)
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Using an incision in the ‘double chin’ crease (external approach)
Approach
Intra oral (through mouth)
Advantage
No external scar (‘scarless’)
Disadvantage
Slightly more difficult to position; Higher risk of infection; Higher risk of nerve injury
External (through skin crease)
More precise positioning; Lower risk of nerve injury; Lower risk of infection
External scar
If the chin implant is being placed simultaneously with a Facelift, Neck Lift, or Mini Neck Lift procedure, the external incision is used since an identical external incision is already made with these procedures.
The Chin Implant Procedure
The chin implant procedure is performed under general anesthesia or IV sedation. Dr. Ahmad begins by making a small 2-3 cm incision beneath the chin (or inside the lower lip if the intraoral approach is chosen). He then carefully creates a pocket to accommodate the implant. To assess the best fit, an implant sizer—identical in size to the final implant—is placed. Several sizers may be tested until Dr. Ahmad determines the optimal size to achieve the desired
aesthetic result. This goal is discussed during the consultation and is based on a combination of your preferences, anatomical features, and Dr. Ahmad’s professional recommendations.
Once the ideal sizer is selected, Dr. Ahmad chooses the corresponding implant. In some cases, the implant may be slightly modified by trimming the lateral edges to control the width of the chin, a common adjustment, particularly for female patients. The implant is then secured with stitches, and the layers of skin and soft tissue are carefully sutured. After the procedure, a small dressing is applied, and you are gently awakened from anesthesia.
Recovery After Chin Implant
Recovery From Chin Implant Immediately After Surgery
You will be allowed to go home following surgery, accompanied by your friend or family member, after the effects of anesthesia have worn off.
Recovery From Chin Implant at Home
At home, it's important to rest as much as possible. You can engage in light activities like watching television or preparing simple meals. During the first week, stick to soft foods such as soup, eggs, oatmeal, and mashed potatoes. Avoid chewing hard foods or opening your mouth too wide. When sleeping, try reclining in a chair or use multiple pillows to keep your head elevated. This will help reduce swelling, bruising, and discomfort.
Pain is generally moderate, and Dr. Ahmad will prescribe narcotic pain medication for short-term use, typically no longer than 3-5 days. Significant swelling in the chin area is normal and usually lasts for 1-2 weeks. Your lower lip and chin may feel numb for several weeks. The lower lip may also appear swollen and stiff, which can make speaking difficult, particularly if the intraoral approach was used. This is completely normal and typically resolves within two weeks.
Follow-Up Visits After a Chin Implant
One week after surgery, Dr. Ahmad will see you to have stitches removed. The majority of patients return to work (non-strenuous) at 5-7 days. Dr. Ahmad will likely allow you to start light exercise (e.g. walking) at 2 weeks after surgery. Avoid strenuous activity until 4 weeks after surgery. After the initial postoperative visit, you will follow up with Dr. Ahmad at 6 weeks, and 6 months after surgery. Post-operative photos will also be taken at visits.
As with any surgery, there are risks involved with having Chin Implant Surgery. Although the procedure has a very risk profile, Dr. Ahmad will make sure to go over the potential problems associated with Chin Implant Surgery during your consultation.
Chin Implant Consultation
When considering an elective procedure like a chin implant, it's essential to do thorough research. Your initial consultation with Dr. Ahmad may last over 45 minutes, providing ample time to review numerous photos of his previous work. Dr. Ahmad will ensure you fully understand every aspect of the chin implant surgery process. This consultation will help clarify your aesthetic goals and guide you in choosing the right implant type and size to achieve the look you desire. Our priority is to educate you, as we believe that an informed patient is empowered to make the best decisions about both their surgery and their surgeon.
You will never be rushed or pressured to make a decision about surgery.
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To learn more about how Dubai Chin Implant Surgeon Ahmad can help you with improving your appearance, set up a consultation with Dr. Ahmad by giving us a call or can also let us give you a call; just fill out our contact form and we will call you on the same or the next business day.
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