Chin Implants

Chin Implants in Manhattan, NYC
Having a disproportioned or weak chin can make it difficult for a person to feel good about themselves. It can lead to a lack of self-confidence and self-esteem, and it can cause many psychological problems. Board-certified Manhattan plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Swift Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S., performs chin implants and other reconstructive surgery procedures in Manhattan, NYC to give his patients the proportioned and balanced facial features that they desire.

What Are Chin Implants?
Chin implants enhance the chin and give it a well-defined, natural look. They are made from silicone, Dacron, or Teflon. Sometimes, real bone or human tissue is used as a chin implant.

Benefits of Chin Implants
Dr. Swift’s chin implant patients enjoy a more balanced and proportional face. They say they benefitted from the chin implant procedure for a variety of reasons, which include the following:

• It gave them a rounder or squarer chin.
• They now have facial balance.
• They enjoy an increase in confidence.
• There are no scars afterward.
• The recovery time is short.

What is Involved in a Chin Implant Procedure?
The first thing Dr. Swift will do during your chin implant surgery is give you an anesthetic. If you have a simple implant, he will use local anesthesia. If bone must be cut during the chin implant surgery, Dr. Swift will administer a general anesthetic. To begin the surgery, Dr. Swift makes an incision in the natural crevice of your chin. He gently pulls the skin outward so that he can insert the implant. If you only require an implant, and not a reconstruction of the bone, Dr. Swift will simply slide your implant into place. If bone needs to be reformed, Dr. Swift may make addition incisions to gain access to the jawline.

How do I Prepare for a Chin Implant?
Many of Dr. Swift’s patients want to know how to prepare for a chin implant. Dr. Swift advises patients not to eat or drink on the day of surgery. All chin implant patients need to make arrangements for transportation after surgery, due to the anesthesia that will be administered.

Chin Implant Recovery
After you come out of your chin implant surgery, you will be bandaged to protect your chin. You may feel a bit of discomfort after your chin implant procedure, and you will probably be a little groggy. Sometimes, patients experience a slight bruising and swelling of the chin. These discomforts usually only last for up to seven days. After that, you shouldn’t touch your chin, and you should sleep on a U-shaped pillow. But, most pain should subside after a week.

How Much Does a Chin Implant Cost?
The cost of chin implants varies, due to patients’ individual needs. When you have your consultation with Dr. Swift, he will give you a detailed breakdown of the costs related to your surgery. Most insurance companies will not pay for plastic surgery since it is an elective procedure. Dr. Swift does accept Visa and MasterCard to make the surgery easier on a budget. He also offers and accepts financing through Prosper Healthcare Lending.

Why Choose Dr. Swift?
Board-certified plastic surgeon Richard W. Swift, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S., provides a variety of cosmetic surgeries and treatments to help improve and enhance your natural beauty. A graduate of Yale and Brown University, Dr. Swift has earned prestigious awards for his vast medical expertise and experience. In addition to offering a wide range of cosmetic surgery options, Dr. Swift can also provide detailed consultations on surgical techniques, alternative treatments, and pre- and post-operative care. Throughout the process, his number one goal is to deliver personalized, high-quality, one-on-one care to ensure your complete comfort and satisfaction.

What to Expect During Your Consultation?
When you sit down with Dr. Swift for your chin implant consultation, he will ask you about your plastic surgery goals. He will talk with you about what you hope to achieve with chin implant surgery, and he will tell you what to expect out of a chin implant surgery procedure. Dr. Swift will go over your complete medical history, and then he will ask you if you have questions or concerns. Dr. Swift is a chin implant expert. He will give you advice and make sure you understand everything there is to know regarding your chin implant procedure.

The chin and face you want are within your reach. Contact Dr. Swift to schedule your consultation for chin implant surgery in Manhattan, NYC. He is ready to speak with you about bringing balance and proportion to your face, and bringing more happiness into your life.