MCh - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, MS - General Surgery, MBBS
Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon,
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20 years experience
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What is meant by reshaping your chin?
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Reshaping the chin or cheek refers to a cosmetic surgery that an individual undergoes if he/she wants to adjust the shape of the jaw or add volume to it. Some people want the perfect contour or a sharp jawline, and to get this, they can get their chins and cheeks reshaped by paying a small cost. When someone meets with a fatal accident and damages their chin or cheekbone, they can get such surgery done to normalize the effects of a mishap. Always get a doctor s recommendation before getting a chin or cheek surgery done.
What are the immediate consequences of having such a surgery?
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Reshaping your chin is a routine surgery that generally does not have any complications, but there are some immediate consequences of the surgery. There is a visible scar left behind from the surgery which reduces over time to a natural crease. There is slight swelling and bruising around the jaw area that can be accompanied by temporary numbness. This gradually subsides. You will not be able to eat any solid food for at least one day after the surgery. If any of these effects last longer than a few days after the surgery then do see your doctor as it might be a symptom of another underlying problem.
There can be serious complications in case of getting your chin reshaped
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A complication in the case of a reshaping your chin is very limited. It is a routine procedure with simple steps. The worst-case scenario is that if the muscles are not able to adjust to the reshaping, you might have trouble in moving your jaw muscles and smiling. This abnormality will also fade away after a few weeks. Besides this, there is no probable complexity that you can face in such a surgery. Try not moving your chin too much just after the surgery as it might cause complications.
Reshaping your chin and cheek is very painful.
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Such surgeries are done by keeping you unconscious. But, the use of anesthesia ensures that you do not feel even a slight sting. Once the numbness disappears your mouth may feel heavy and strange, but it will not be painful. If you try opening your mouth or making faces instantly, it might sting a little bit. Choose a professional to do your surgery in order to avoid any unnecessary risks.
The mouth becomes more prone to infections after such a surgery.
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Since reshaping your chin lead to a lot of stitches in the mouth, you will need to take extra care of oral hygiene. A small mistake can lead to an infection in the mouth. Right after the surgery, the gums become extremely sensitive and more prone to infections. Doctors recommend using mouthwash for the first month instead of brushing with a toothbrush as the bristles can cause sores in the mouth and tongue. Keep a check on your oral hygiene for at least three months after the reshaping is done.
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