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What are the normal results of mentoplasty?
Normal results of either augmentation or reduction mentoplasty include correction of facial asymmetry and disproportion. The functioning of the jaw is also often improved. Patients who have had a mentoplasty are usually very satisfied
What are the main risks of mentoplasty?
infection, bleeding, and an allergic reaction to the anesthetic
Is mentoplasty covered by insurance?
Chin reshaping that is done to improve personal appearance is not usually covered by insurance. Mentoplasty that is performed as a reconstructive procedure after trauma, genetic deformity, or orthognathic surgery may be covered by insurance.
How can liposuction be used in mentoplasty?
Facial liposuction can be used together with or instead of mentoplasty to improve the patient's profile. In particular, removal of fatty tissue below the chin can make a receding chin look larger or more prominent.
What is mentoplasty used to treat?
To correct malformations of the chin resulting from developmental abnormalities of the bones in the jaw.
What are the morbidity and mortality rates with mentoplasty?
The rate of complications with chin implants as well as sliding genioplasties is about 5%.
What does a diagnosis before mentoplasty consist of?
Diagnostic evaluation consists of a facial analysis as well as a complete dental and medical history.
When is mentoplasty done in children?
it is not usually done in children until all permanent teeth have come in and the jaw is close to its adult size.
What are some good books about mentoplasty?
sargent, larry, md. the craniofacial surgery book. chattanooga, tn: erlanger health system, 2000.
What does mentoplasty cost?
The average surgeon's fee for a chin implant was $1,612 in 2002. The average fee for a sliding genioplasty, however, was $4,000-$6,000.
Who performs mentoplasty?
Mentoplasties may be performed by plastic surgeons, oral surgeons, or maxillofacial surgeons. Fat injections and facial liposuction are usually performed by plastic surgeons.
What preparations must a patient make before a mentality?
Patients should stop smoking and discontinue all medications containing aspirin or NSAIDs for two weeks prior to mentoplasty.
