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Chin Augmentation

Chin Augmentation In Detroit Metro

Introduction

Introduction to Chin Augmentation

Chin augmentation is a cosmetic surgical procedure that can enhance the facial profile by increasing the size of the chin. This minimally invasive procedure alters the size and shape of the chin using solid silicone implants, secured to the bone to add definition to the jawline, reduce the appearance of a double chin, and enhance your facial profile. If you find yourself desiring a more defined chin with increased jawline definition, read below to learn more about chin augmentation in the Detroit area by scheduling a consultation with double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Compton.

Award-winning Facial Plastic Surgeon and chin augmentation specialist, Andrew Compton, MD, is located in Troy, Michigan, within the Detroit Metro Area, and just a short distance from Bloomfield Hills, Rochester, and Southfield.

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What is a Chin Augmentation?

Chin augmentation, medically known as genioplasty, is a facial plastic surgery procedure that targets bony chin enlargement using a solid implant that sits on the natural bone structure of the chin to push the chin forward permanently. Dr. Compton prefers solid silicone implants because they are permanent, completely inert in the body, and have very minimal complications. Solid silicone will not create any immune reaction (unlike what can happen with ruptured silicone gel breast implants). Dr. Compton uses chin implants from Implantech, which offer a wide variety of sizes and shapes to suit patients’ needs. During your consultation, Dr. Compton will assess your needs,, and together, you will select an implant that creates the look you want. During the surgery, Dr. Compton will make a small, inconspicuous incision under the chin and expertly insert the implant, securing it to the bone for a permanen,t, stable jawline enhancement. This procedure is highly effective for enhancing jawline definition and creating a harmonious facial profile.

Who Are the Best Candidates for a Chin Augmentation?

The best candidates for chin augmentation in the Detroit area with double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Compton are those interested in permanently enhancing their facial profile. Some characteristics of those ideally suited to this type of surgery are:

  • Imbalanced facial profile
  • Small chin or poor chin definition
  • Maintain realistic expectations
  • Upper and lower teeth fit together normally
  • No underlying medical conditions
  • Receding chin
  • Sagging jowls or a double chin

What Are the Benefits of a Chin Augmentation?

Our patients who have gotten chin augmentation in the Detroit area have enjoyed its long-lasting results and boost in their self-esteem. Some other benefits include:

  • Defined jawline
  • Defined neckline
  • Enhanced chin definition
  • Improved facial balance
  • Helps the nose to look smaller
  • Reduction in double chin
  • Safe and quick procedure
  • Stronger chin

What’s the First Step?

The first step in getting a chin augmentation in Troy, MI,, is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Compton, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, at his practice. During your consultation, Dr. Compton will discuss your medical history, aesthetic goals, and expectations for chin and facial balance. He will examine your chin to determine the ideal size and shape of an implant for a balanced facial profile. Finally, he will outline the procedure and its associated risks, benefits, and recovery timeline. Patients are encouraged to ask any questions they may have about the procedure, and to suggest any ideas for combined procedures at this time. Dr. Compton will design the customized surgical plan for yo,u andetermine d the location and anesthesia level that will be best for you. This can be done with local anesthesia with or without oral sedation in the office, IV sedation in the office, or general anesthesia in the operating room. Most commonly,, patients choose to undergo this surgery in Dr. Compton’s state-of-the-art, in-office surgical suite. You will meet with our patient coordinator to schedule and discuss pricing,, as well as receive all pre-operative instructions.

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What to Expect on the Day of Chin Augmentation Surgery

On the day of your chin augmentation surgery in Troy, MI, Dr. Compton and his staff will welcome you, help you settle in, verify your consent and relevant medical detail,s, and review your surgical plan to ensure you are comfortable proceeding. Regardless of the desired level of anesthesia, we will ensure that you remain pain-free throughout the entire procedure.

Once you are comfortably numbed, Dr. Compton will skillfully make a small incision under the chin to access the underlying tissue and bone. The sterile implant will be soaked in an antibiotic solution and inserted into the pocket on top of the periosteum and under the soft tissues to create the most natural-looking chin. Once properly positioned and ensuring facial balance and symmetry, the implant is secured to the bone. The implant will be irrigated with antibiotics again ,and the incision will be meticulously closed with sutures.

On average, chin augmentation surgery will take less than an hour to complete.

Chin Implant Recovery

Post-surgery, the staff will monitor you in the recovery room until your pain is controlled, you are comfortable and safe for discharge. Patients must have a family member or a trusted friend to drive them home. There will be tape over the chin and sutures under the chin. Instructions on cleaning the sutures will be provided. Once the sutures are removed, a 3-month silicone scar cream treatment can be purchased from our office to help maximize the healing of the scar, if desired. You will follow up in one month and six months to monitor the healing process.

Patients can expect some numbness, swelling, bruising, and discomfort around the chin and jawline post-surgery. Pain generally resolves within 24- 48 hours. Mild swelling can be expected for 6-8 weeks.

Patients are recommended to take time off from work and avoid strenuous activities for the week. They should also follow post-operative instructions, including taking prescribed medications, using cold compresses to reduce swelling, and keeping their heads elevated while sleeping.

How Much Does a Chin Augmentation Cost in Detroit, MI?

The cost of a Chin Augmentation in Detroit will depend on many factors, including the complexity of the procedure, Dr. Compton’s fees, the cost of the implant, and the depth of anesthesia desired.

Dr Compton uses Implantech brand solid silicone implants, and
places them through a small incision under the chin. On average, expect to pay anywhere between $3,500 – $8,000. The most efficient way to arrive at a cost estimate is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Compton, which will enable you to receive a personalized surgery plan.

Why Choose Dr. Compton?

Dr. Andrew Compton is a double-board-certified ear, nose, and throat specialist and a fellowship-trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon (ABFPRS) in the Detroit area. His extensive training has provided him with experience operating on all parts of the face and neck, and his expertise encompasses thousands of nasal and facial surgeries.

Dr. Compton completed his residency training in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery at Louisiana State University in 2012. There, he trained under one of the most experienced rhinoplasty surgeons in the world. He followed this training with an American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) fellowship with Washington University School of Medicine at the prestigiousBarnes-Jewishh Hospital in St. Louis, MO. This advanced fellowship training focused on both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, including facelift, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), and rhinoplasty (nasal surgery).

Dr. Compton is a clinical instructor at William Beaumont Hospital and the Oakland University School of Medicine, where he teaches medical students and resident physicians in the field of ENT. He is also a naturally talented artist who enjoys working in various styles and mediums,, focusing primarily on acrylic, oi,l, and watercolor paints, as well as pointillism using pen and ink. His artistic eye and meticulous attention to detail allow him to excel in facial aesthetics and reconstructive surgery.

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If you want to define your jawline more, consider chin augmentation surgery in the Detroit area. To get started on your facial rejuvenation journey, schedule a consultation with double-board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Compton.

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