Chin augmentation

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2008 Feb;16(1):69-77, vi. doi: 10.1016/j.fsc.2007.10.001.

Abstract

This article reviews chin augmentation, describing patient evaluation and management, surgical technique, autogenous and alloplastic chin implants, their advantages and disadvantages, and potential complications.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Chin / surgery*
  • Esthetics
  • Humans
  • Nylons
  • Polyethylene
  • Polytetrafluoroethylene
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Prosthesis Implantation* / methods
  • Transplantation, Autologous

Substances

  • Nylons
  • Polytetrafluoroethylene
  • Polyethylene