Genioplasty reshapes the chin to enhance overall facial harmony. Dr. Artur Fahradyan offers this personalized surgery to adjust the size, position, or shape of the chin to improve overall facial contours and proportions. Achieve your desired chin with genioplasty in Thousand Oaks at MD Art Plastic Surgery.
Genioplasty
Thousand Oaks
Reshape The Chin &
Improve Facial Contours
Genioplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the chin to improve facial aesthetics and harmony. This elective surgery involves altering the chin’s size, position, or shape to address concerns such as an overly prominent or receding chin. Genioplasty creates a more balanced and proportionate facial profile by carefully sculpting the chin. It is often performed as a cosmetic and reconstructive procedure, helping you achieve your desired facial appearance.
Genioplasty Corrects:
- Prominent or overly large chin
- Receding or underdeveloped chin
- Irregular chin shape or asymmetry
- Lack of facial balance due to chin issues
- Congenital chin abnormalities
Genioplasty Preparation Guidelines:
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging.
- Discontinue smoking and avoid certain medications that can increase the risk of bleeding.
- Share your complete medical history, including any allergies, with your surgical team.
- Follow any preoperative fasting instructions provided by your surgeon.
- Arrange for transportation to and from the surgical facility on the day of your genioplasty in Thousand Oaks.
- Ensure you have a caregiver available to assist you during recovery.
- Abstain from eating or drinking for a specified period before the surgery.
- Dress in comfortable, loose-fitting clothing on the day of the procedure.
Genioplasty Aftercare Guidelines:
- Adhere to all postoperative guidelines provided by your surgeon for a smooth recovery.
- Take prescribed pain medications and apply cold compresses to reduce swelling as directed.
- Continue with gentle mouth rinses and oral care as recommended to prevent infection.
- Consume soft foods and liquids to avoid putting excessive pressure on the chin.
- Refrain from strenuous physical activities or heavy lifting as advised to prevent complications.
- If external incisions were made, keep them clean and dry to minimize infection risk.
- Minimize excessive movement of the jaw by chewing carefully.
- Attend all scheduled postoperative check-ups with your surgeon.
- Keep an eye on your progress and report any unusual symptoms or concerns.
- Avoid any impact or trauma to the chin area during the recovery period.
Genioplasty FAQs
How does genioplasty work?
Genioplasty in Thousand Oaks involves reshaping the chin for a more balanced and harmonious facial profile. During genioplasty, Dr. Fahradyan makes incisions inside the mouth or externally, beneath the chin. Once access is gained to the chin bone (mandible), he may use various techniques, such as cutting, repositioning, or augmenting the bone.
If the chin is overly prominent, excess bone may be removed, while in cases of a receding chin, the bone may be advanced or augmented with implants. Once the desired changes are made, the incisions are closed with sutures. Over time, as the bone heals and the swelling subsides, the patient’s facial profile becomes more balanced and aesthetically pleasing.
What is the recovery time for genioplasty?
Recovery time varies, but most patients need a few weeks for initial healing and several months for the final results. Swelling and discomfort tend to decrease significantly in the first two weeks.
Are there risks associated with genioplasty?
Like any surgery, genioplasty in Thousand Oaks carries some risks, including infection, scarring, bleeding, or adverse reactions to anesthesia. Dr. Fahradyan will discuss these risks during the consultation.
Will genioplasty leave visible scars?
If performed through the mouth, there are typically no external scars. However, external incisions may leave small, discreet scars, which usually fade over time.
Is genioplasty permanent?
The changes made to the chin bone are usually permanent, so the results are long-lasting.
Why Choose
Dr. Artur Fahradyan?
Dr. Artur Fahradyan is a board-eligible plastic surgeon with a distinguished background in craniofacial surgery, having completed a fellowship at the University of Southern California. His commitment to delivering high-quality, natural-looking aesthetic outcomes ensures you receive treatments based on your unique anatomy and goals. If you’re considering genioplasty or any other facial procedure, schedule a consultation with Dr. Fahradyan today.