Espaço daPlásticaHospital · Campo Grande
Espaço daPlásticaHospital · Campo Grande
Face · Surgical procedure
Mentoplasty is plastic surgery of the chin: it can increase projection with implants or reduce it through bone work, seeking balance with the other features of the face. It may also have functional indications, such as adjustments related to the bite.
Goals of the procedure
Every surgical procedure involves risks. An individual evaluation with a plastic surgeon is essential to determine the appropriate treatment for each case.
Frequently asked questions
It depends on the case: augmentation usually involves implants; reduction involves bone work. The choice is made during the evaluation, often supported by imaging studies.
The access route can be internal (through the mouth) or external, under the chin. The surgeon recommends the most suitable option for your case.
Yes. Since the chin and nose together define the profile of the face, the procedures can be planned jointly when indicated.
Local swelling is expected in the first few days, with a gradual return to activities as directed by the surgeon.
The next step
In a hospital dedicated exclusively to plastic surgery, your evaluation begins with listening — and ends with a plan made for you.
