Mentoplasty in Monterrey

Mentoplasty is a cosmetic surgery procedure that improves the shape, volume, and projection of the chin, aiming for a more balanced and harmonious facial profile.

The chin plays an important role in facial proportions. When it is small or has little projection, it can make the nose look more prominent or make the lower third of the face look less defined.

At NuBody, a plastic surgery clinic located in San Pedro Garza García, mentoplasty is performed by Dr. Jorge Palacios Zertuche and Dr. Jorge Garza Cerna using two techniques: a chin implant or fat transfer using your own fat, depending on each patient's characteristics and needs.

What types of mentoplasty do we perform at NuBody?

Mentoplasty with an implant

This involves placing a specially designed implant to increase projection and improve the contour of the chin.

The implant is placed through a small incision under the chin or inside the mouth, depending on the technique selected.

This option provides a structural, defined increase in chin projection, especially for patients with a small or recessed chin.

Mentoplasty with your own fat (fat transfer)

This technique involves removing a small amount of fat from another area of the body, processing it, and carefully injecting it into the chin to improve its volume and contour.

The main advantage is that it uses the patient's own tissue and does not require an implant.

It is an alternative for those seeking a moderate increase or a subtle improvement in chin contour. However, some of the transferred fat may be reabsorbed during the first few months, so the final volume is less predictable and some people may need additional sessions.

Benefits of mentoplasty

• Improves chin projection and definition.
• Helps create a more balanced facial profile.
• Helps harmonize the relationship between the nose, lips, and chin.
• May improve the contour of the lower third of the face.
• Lets you choose between an implant or your own fat, depending on the patient's needs.
• Offers personalized results that aim to preserve the natural features of the face.

Who is a candidate for mentoplasty?

Mentoplasty may be an option for people who have a small, recessed, or poorly defined chin and want to improve their facial proportions.

Ideal candidates are generally in good health, have completed facial development, and have realistic expectations about the results.

During the consultation, Dr. Jorge Palacios Zertuche or Dr. Jorge Garza Cerna evaluates the anatomy of the face, the projection of the chin, and the relationship between facial structures to recommend the most suitable technique.

If there are significant bite issues or problems with the position of the jaws, an additional maxillofacial evaluation may be necessary.

How is a chin augmentation (mentoplasty) performed?

The procedure depends on the technique selected.

In implant mentoplasty, the surgeon makes an incision to create a space where the implant is placed over the bone structure of the chin.

In mentoplasty with your own fat, fat is first removed from a donor area through a small liposuction. It is then prepared and transferred to the chin through small injections to improve its volume and shape.

Anesthesia and the length of the procedure depend on the technique, the complexity, and each patient's medical conditions.

Recovery after mentoplasty

During the first few days, it is normal to have swelling, tenderness, and some bruising in the treated area.

With implant mentoplasty, you may also feel a temporary sense of tightness or numbness in the chin.

With fat mentoplasty, there may be swelling both in the chin and in the area where the fat was taken from.

Many people can return to light activities in approximately one to two weeks, although recovery varies depending on the procedure and each person's progress.

It is important to avoid excessive pressure on the chin, follow your doctor's instructions, and attend your follow-up appointments.

What are the risks of mentoplasty?

Like any surgical procedure, mentoplasty carries risks.

With implant mentoplasty, possible complications include infection, bleeding, changes in sensation, asymmetry, implant displacement, or the need for revision surgery.

With fat mentoplasty, possible complications include partial reabsorption of the transferred volume, irregularities, asymmetry, nodules, or complications related to fat removal and injection. Although uncommon, there are also serious vascular risks associated with fat injections.

Proper patient selection, surgical technique, and medical follow-up are essential to reduce these risks.

Mentoplasty at NuBody with Dr. Jorge Palacios Zertuche and Dr. Jorge Garza Cerna

At NuBody, Dr. Jorge Palacios Zertuche and Dr. Jorge Garza Cerna perform mentoplasty procedures using an implant or transfer of your own fat, selecting the technique according to each patient's facial features and goals.

Our approach aims to improve facial harmony without losing a natural look, prioritizing safety and personalized medical care.

Book your consultation at NuBody, San Pedro Garza García, Monterrey, to find out which option may be the most suitable for you.

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