How long does it take to recover from a chin augmentation

Plastic surgery is quite popular nowadays because most women are dissatisfied with their facial appearance. Especially the chin, a pointed chin is popular now because it makes the face look smaller. Chin augmentation is a commonly used surgical method and it takes some time to return to normal. And people with sensitive skin need to be careful about some issues. So how long does it take to recover from a chin augmentation?

1. How long does it take to recover after chin augmentation?

There are more than one way to augment your chin. Some methods do not require surgery. As the name suggests, the recovery period for the method that does not require surgery is not that long. Other methods require surgery to place a prosthesis in your chin to make your chin look concave and convex. In that case, the recovery period will take some time, about a week.

The plastic surgeon will also talk to you before you have the operation and tell you that the swelling at the surgical site will begin to subside slowly one to two days after the operation, but you will still need to use a fixation belt to fix your chin for about three or four days to prevent the chin from shifting. It can also relieve pain, swelling at the wound site, and a series of discomforts. The stitches inside the mouth are usually removed more than ten days after the operation, and some will fall off on their own. The stitches outside the chin can be removed in five to seven days.

2. Things to note during the recovery period of chin augmentation

During this period, oral hygiene is also very important, otherwise it will lead to wound infection. You should also pay attention to your diet. Eat liquid food first after the operation, and then eat something softer slowly. Don't eat too much at once. The doctor will also advise against strenuous exercise. It is best to rest, reduce the number of times you go out, and don't let your face hit anything hard. The purpose of this is to prevent the prosthesis from shifting.

3. Precautions after chin augmentation surgery

1. Eat liquid food 6 hours after chin augmentation surgery, and semi-liquid food 12 hours later, and then gradually transition to a normal diet. Before removing the stitches and after eating, you need to keep your mouth clean by rinsing your mouth with mouthwash.

2. After chin augmentation surgery, you need to be hospitalized for 5-7 days for observation and receive intravenous infusion to prevent inflammation. If a drainage strip is placed in the mouth, it should be removed 48 hours after surgery.

3. After the chin augmentation surgery, local pressure bandage and shaping are required. The patient is not allowed to loosen or remove the gauze without permission. There will be slight edema in the first two days after the surgery, which can be relieved by ice compresses.