Alias Name
Sliding Genioplasty

Procedure Detail
This procedure is usually performed through an intra-oral incision. During a sliding genioplasty a small piece of the bottom part of the chin bone is cut away form the rest of the jaw using a very small saw and then repositioned to better cosmetic position before finally being fixed into its new position with very small titanium plates and screws. Unlike chin augmentations using chin implants, the surgery corrects and amends the bone structure, so the result is permanent.

Features
A better option for more severe receding chins caused by bone loss. backward retraction or under-development of the chin; correct asymmetrical chins

Benefits
Improve the shape and appearance of the chin, creating an aesthetically pleasing lower facial contour and establishing proportionate facial height.

Recommended
Retrogenia, microgenia, retruded chin, hypoplastic mentum, and horizontal mandibular hypoplasia.

Suitable Candidate
More complex chin deformities, backward retraction or under-development of the chin.

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Pros
Sliding genioplasty uses your own bone to change the shape of your chin, no rejection, less chance of infection. Helps with sleep apnea and snoring problem.

Cons
Surgery is more complicated and requires higher technical and institutional qualifications for doctors; Surgery requires general anesthesia, and the recovery period is longer; Not suitable for those with too short jaw or receding jaw (need to be combined with orthognathic surgery); Irreversible, difficult postoperative repair; There may be temporary numbness of the lower lip or chin.

Unsuitable Candidate
People with infections on the face or body; patients with excessive nasal sebaceous glands or rosacea; people with unstable mental state; people with allergies; under 18 years of age.

Scar
No

Treatment Time
1.5-2hr

Anesthesia Method
General anesthesia

Treatment Course
Single time

Procedures Technique
Surgery

Sustainability
Permanent

Recovery Period
 6 months

Qualification
Practitioner in medical aesthetics or plastic surgeon

Pain Scale
Mild

Before the Procedure

1. No infection on the skin of the operation area.

2. Avoid the menstrual period during the operation.
3. No makeup before surgery, thoroughly clean the face, trim nose hair and clean the nasal cavity.
4. Do not take drugs containing aspirin within two weeks before surgery, and stop smoking for two weeks.
5. Patients suffering from hypertension and diabetes should inform the doctor of the condition at the first visit.
6. Make sure that you are healthy and free from infectious diseases or other body inflammations before the operation. If you have cold, perform the operation after the recovery.

0-6th days
Recovery tips:
The wound will be a little painful on the day of the operation, but it will gradually relieve over time. Do not take pain killer if possible, because aspirin drugs can aggravate wound bleeding.

Aftercare methods:

1. Ensure that the surgical site is clean to prevent infection.
2. If there are blood scabs or secretions on the wound, wipe it with sterile saline.
3. The local wound can be pressure-wrapped or ice-packed, but the pressure should not be too tight. So as not to damage the surgical site.
4. Once postoperative bleeding and severe hematoma occur, return to the hospital in time.

7th days
7 days for the stitches to be removed. Recovery Tips:
7 days to remove sutures at the hospital (because of different surgical methods, do it according to doctor’s advice).

Aftercare methods:

1. Keep the wound clean to prevent infection;
2. The wound should not be wet within 24 hours after the thread is removed;
3. The wound should not be rubbed;
4. Light diet and no spicy and irritating food;
5. Wear the elastic compress garments full day.

16-30th days
Recovery tips:
The swelling reduced quickly, and the skin bruises are completely absorbed.

Caring methods:

1.  You can do some simple activities.
2. Avoid spicy food, eat more fruits and vegetables, and protein supplement.

 
31-90th days
Recovery tips:
There is still mild swelling during this period, which is not obvious.

Caring methods:

1. Within 3 months after surgery, avoid external force, bumps or squeezing on the face.

91-180th days
Recovery tips:
Fully recovered, the effect is obvious.

Caring methods:

1. If you have any questions, follow up at any time.

Reminder
The above postoperative care is for reference only. Due to individual differences and different surgical procedures, the recovery cycle, suture removal time and aftercare methods will be different. The specific plan is to follow the doctor’s advice.