Mentoplasty
Mentoplasty, also known as chin surgery or genioplasty, is a cosmetic procedure aimed at reshaping the chin to improve facial harmony and balance. This surgery can involve either augmentation or reduction of the chin. Chin augmentation typically uses implants to enhance the size and projection of the chin, while chin reduction involves reshaping or removing part of the bone to reduce the chin’s prominence.
Mentoplasty can significantly improve the overall appearance of the face, especially when combined with other procedures like rhinoplasty (nose surgery) or a facelift. Recovery from mentoplasty generally includes some swelling and discomfort, with most patients resuming normal activities within one to two weeks. The results of mentoplasty are usually long-lasting, providing a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing facial profile.
Mentoplasty is a surgical procedure to reshape the chin, either by augmentation using implants or by reduction of the bone, to enhance facial balance and harmony.
The results of mentoplasty are typically long-lasting, as the structural changes to the chin are permanent.
Most patients can return to normal activities within one to two weeks, although swelling and discomfort may persist for a few weeks.
Risks include infection, implant displacement, scarring, and adverse reactions to anesthesia, but serious complications are rare when performed by a qualified surgeon.
Yes, mentoplasty is often combined with other cosmetic procedures such as rhinoplasty or a facelift to achieve a more balanced and harmonious facial appearance.
