What is the Procedure of Genioplasty Surgery?
The right position and projection of the chin plays a vital role in determining how you look — masculine or feminine, young, or old. Incorrect natural placement can lead to a loss of self-esteem when one is conscious about how they look. Genioplasty surgery is a simple surgical procedure used to reposition the chin bone as per your aesthetic requirement, performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
About the Procedure
It is performed under general anaesthesia, and it is a safe daycare procedure. The chin bone forms the lowermost part of the lower jaw. During this procedure, the surgeon separates the chin from the rest of the lower jaw to reposition it to a more aesthetically desired position. Plates and screws are used to fix the chin bone in its new position and the wound is then closed using a few stitches.
Performed by an expert maxillofacial surgeon, Genioplasty Surgery can usually be completed within an hour from start to finish.
How Safe is the Procedure?
Performed by the right hands, the procedure is safe and simple with a quick recovery. Dr. Sanchaita Kohli uses modern technology like ultrasonic bone surgery to prevent the risk of any potential injury to nerves, blood vessels and teeth. This also reduces the surgical downtime involved in the procedure.
The screws and plates used for repositioning the chin bone are made from medical grade titanium and titanium alloys, which are approved after intensive biomechanical testing to ensure they do not pose any risk to the patient.
After the procedure, the incision wound is thoroughly washed to minimise infection risk.
Is there any scarring?
Genioplasty is performed to address aesthetic concerns about the chin. Your surgeon understands that visible scarring only means replacing one aesthetic concern with another. Therefore, the entire surgery is performed from within the mouth, leaving no scars or stitches on the face.
When Can I Opt for Genioplasty Surgery?
Everybody part follows a growth pattern, the same is true for the facial bones. The lower jaw bone continues to grow and mature in shape and position in adulthood up to as late as 22 or 23 years of age. Opting for genioplasty surgery prior to that may affect or even reverse the results of the procedure.
It is advisable to opt for the surgery only after you have crossed this age threshold, in consultation with an expert maxillofacial surgeon. Dr Sanchaita Kohli prioritizes a patient’s comfort and care above all else. She uses state of the art facilities and modern technology to ensure a comfortable and safe experience for her patients.
