How is the actual mentoplasty procedure performed?
To build up a receding chin with the use of an implant, an incision is typically made in the natural crease line just beneath the chin or inside of the mouth where the lower lip and gum meet. Once the incision is made, the tissue will be gently stretched in order to create a pocket into which the implant is then inserted. The incision is then closed with very fine sutures. To reduce an overly prominent chin, an incision is made either under the chin or inside of the mouth and the bone is then sculpted to the desired size and shape.
