Reading time is 7 mins
.
Revised April, 2024 – Resource, International Patient Center
.
.
ABOUT MENTOPLASTY IN TURKEY
.
MENTOPLASTY PROCEDURE
.
For the mentoplasty chin surgery in Turkey hospitals can be done. For the inserting an implant under the skin of the chin or by a sliding genioplasty. Insertion of the implant takes between 30-60 minutes while a sliding genioplasty takes between 45-90 minutes. If the Mentoplasty surgery is done together with orthognathic surgery then the operation can take up to 3 hours. Incisions are done under the chin (submental) or inside the mouth (intraoral). Then the surgeon will cut through several layers of tissue and make a pocket in the connective tissue inside the chin. Then the implant is inserted and positioned. The incision will be closed with sutures and the wound will be covered with Steri-strips. If the patients chin is small for an augmentation with an implant, a sliding genioplasty will be performed. For this procedure, the surgeon will cut through the jawbone with an oscillating saw and remove part of the bone. The surgeon will then move the bone segment forward holding it in place with a metal plate and screw. Once the bone segment is fixed in place, the incision will be closed and the patients head will be wrapped with a pressure dressing.
.
CHIN REDUCTION
.
Chin reduction of a large or protruding chin can be done by either a direct reduction or a sliding genioplasty. In a direct reduction the surgeon will make a submental or an intraoral incision and remove excess bone from the chin with a burr.
.
.
TYPES OF CHIN PLANT IMPLANT SURGERY
Types of Chin Implant surgery:
Solid implants – in chin augmentation implants are usually synthetic and usually silicone. Unlike implant used in breast augmentation, solid silicone implants rupture or leak into the body. Other materials also used in chin implants are polyethylene, expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE or Gore-Tex), acellular dermal matrix product (alloderm). Synthetic implants come in various shapes and sizes. Another technique widely used is to take a cartilage or bone from another part of the body but with this kind of implant there is a high risk of infection. A solid implant can be removed if necessary.
Injectable fillers – the chin can be augmented using injectable filler to build up the chin and make it more prominent. Injectable filler products for chin augmentation contain collagen, hydoxylapatite, hyaluronic acid and polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). Collagen and hyaluronic acid are temporary fillers, which mean they don’t last more than a few months because the body will eventually absorb them. If the patient is happy with the results then they must continue getting the injections. PMMA injections are permanent. A disadvantage to PMMA injections is that they are not easy to remove.
.
SUITABLE PATIENTS FOR CHIN MENTOPLASTY
.
Both men and women are suitable to have a lip augmentation surgery. Patients who would like to enhance the contours of their facial features by altering the shape of their jaws can have lip augmentation surgery. The surgery is also suitable for patients with;
- Patients who are at a good health condition and healthy both mentally and physically.
.
- Male and female patients who want to improve the appearance of the chinor jaw area.
.
- Patients must be over the age of 18 before the surgery.
.
BEFORE CHIN MENTOPLASTY SURGERY
- Patients must quit smoking 2 weeks prior to the surgery.
.
- Patients must stop medication and herbal supplements 2 weeks before the surgery.
.
- Patients must stop eating and drinking 8 hours before the surgery.
.
AFTER CHIN MENTOPLASTY SURGERY
- Patients must have someone to drive them home after the surgery.
. - Patients are usually given antibiotics and painkillers to reduce the risk of infection.
. - Patients should have a soft or liquid diet for 4 or 5 days.
. - Patients must keep the head elevated by using extra pillows.
. - Patients must avoid exercise for about 2 weeks.
. - Patients must rinse the mouth with hydrogen peroxide and warm water 2-3 times a day.
.
RISKS OF CHIN MENTOPLASTY SURGERY
.
Just like every surgery Mentoplasty has some risks as well such as;
- Infection.
.
- Bleeding.
.
- Allergic reaction to anesthetic.
.
- Deformity of the chin.
.
- Erosion of the bone beneath the implant.
. - Dislocation of the implant.
. - Extrusion (pushing out) of the implant.
. - Hematoma.
.
.
DEFINITION OF MENTOPLASTY
.
Sutures – also called stitches, used to hold the tissues together.
.
Incision – surgical cut made in the skin during surgery or treatment.
.
Hematoma – blood building up outside the blood vessels.
.
FIRST DAY
.
The patients will attend a consultation with the surgeon and will be advised about the procedure and their condition. The patient will then be taken through a couple of tests that are required before the surgery. If desired, patients can spend the day to rest and attend the hospital the next day.
.
SECOND DAY
.
Mentoplasty surgery will be performed. The surgery will be performed using general or local anesthesia. The surgery will take between 1/2 hour and 3 hours to perform; the duration of surgery can extend depending on the extent and type of surgery and other surgeries done with a Mentoplasty. Mentoplasty is done on an outpatient basis. Once the surgery is over, the patient will be taken to a private room where they will be staying whilst in hospital for resting. The surgeon will perform a check up and if they are approved to be in a good, healthy condition and the surgery results are all successful; the patients are advised with post treatment care requirements and are ready to be discharged from hospital to their settlements, unless there are other surgeries performed which require for a longer stay.
.
THIRD DAY
.
Patients will attend a post surgery appointment for a final check up and consultation. The patient will be advised on further medication. If everything is right, then the patient is ready to return to their destination; unless patients undergo other surgeries together with Mentoplasty surgery, which require for them to stay longer.
.
.
.
Turkey's world-renowned organ transplant specialist. Dr. Demirbaş has 104 international publications and 102 national publications.
Physician's Resume:
Born on August 7, 1963 in Çorum, Prof. Dr. Alper Demirbaş has been continuing his work as the President of MedicalPark Antalya Hospital Organ Transplantation Center since 2008.
Prof. who performed the first tissue incompatible kidney transplant in Turkey, the first blood type incompatible kidney transplant, the first kidney-pancreas transplant program and the first cadaveric donor and live donor liver transplant in Antalya. Dr. As of August 2016, Alper Demirbaş has performed 4900 kidney transplants, 500 liver transplants and 95 pancreas transplants.
In addition to being the chairman of 6 national congresses, he has also been an invited speaker at 12 international and 65 national scientific congresses. Dr. Alper Demirbaş was married and the father of 1 girl and 1 boy.
Awards:
Eczacibasi Medical Award of 2002, Akdeniz University Service Award of 2005, Izder Medical Man of the Year Award of 2006, BÖHAK Medical Man of the Year Award of 2007, Sabah Mediterranean Newspaper Scientist of the Year Award of 2007, ANTIKAD Scientist of the Year Award of 2009, Social Ethics Association Award of 2010, Işık University Medical Man of the Year Award of 2015, VTV Antalya's Brand Value Award of 2015.
Certificates:
Doctor of Medicine Degree Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Ankara, General Surgeon Ministry of Health Turkey EKFMG (0-477-343-8), University of Miami School of Medicine Member of Multiple Organ Transplant, ASTS Multiorgan Transplant Scholarship. Lecturer at Kyoto University. Lecturer at University of Essen, Research assistant at the University of Cambridge .
Professional Members:
American Society of Transplant Surgeons, American Transplantation Society Nominated, Middle East and Southern Africa Council Transplantation Society 2007, International Liver Transplantation Association, Turkish Transplantation Association, Turkish Society of Surgery, Turkish Hepatobiliary Surgery Association.
Disclaimer:
Our website contents consist of articles approved by our Web and Medical Editorial Board with the contributions of our physicians. Our contents are prepared only for informational purposes for public benefit. Be sure to consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
.
1. What is Mentoplasty?
Mentoplasty (also known as chin surgery) is a cosmetic surgery to improve the look of the chin, correct malformations of the chin and reshape chin.
.
2. How is Mentoplasty done?
Mentoplasty can be done using general anesthesia or local anesthetic. Depending on the patient’s facial structure, the incisions will be placed inconspicuously as possible. The incisions will be placed in the mouth (intraoral) or under the chin (extraoral).
.
3. How long does Mentoplasty surgery take?
The surgery usually takes from 1 to 2 hours. If there are other surgeries to be performed together with the Mentoplasty, the duration of the surgery will take longer.
.
4. When can I return to work?
Patients usually return to work between 7 to 10 days after the surgery.
.
5. How long do I need to stay in Turkish JCI accredited hospital?
Mentoplasty is usually done on an outpatient basis so the patient is sent home a few hours after the surgery.
.
6. How long do I need to stay in Turkey?
The recommended stay in Turkey for Mentoplasty is 3 days including consultation before the surgery and after the surgery.
.
7. How long do I need to stay at hospital?
Like every surgery there are some risks that can occur after the surgery like;
- Hematoma
. - Seroma
. - Implant shifting
. - Infection
.
8. What are devices used in Mentoplasty?
An oscillating saw, metal plates and screws are used during Mentoplasty surgery. An oscillating saw is used to cut through the jawbone if necessary, metal plates are used to hold the bone segments in place and screws are used to hold them in place.
.
9. How long should I stay in Turkey to complete full treatment?
Stay in Turkish hospital is 1 day on outpatient basis and 3 days in Turkey.
.
| . FOR PATIENTS TO ARRIVE IN TURKEY, BEFORE WE ASK THEM TO SEND SOME PICTURES AND PERFORM GENERAL EVALUATION BASED ON THESE. WE DO NOT INVITE PATIENTS WHOSE AREA IS NOT SUFFICIENT OR THOSE FOR WHOM WE BELIEVE THAT THE PROCEDURE WILL NOT YIELD GOOD RESULTS. THEREFORE MOST PATIENTS WHO ARRIVE IN TURKEY KNOWS CONDITIONS AND LIMITS OF THE TREATMENT, WHICH ENSURES OF EXPECTATIONS TO BE MET. . |
.
.
.
SUBMIT FORM
.
Please fill details below to evaluate the data and determine your Medical treatment eligibility. Turkey Medicals will contact you shortly with further instructions. For direct contact and questions you may reach the International Patient Helpline or WhatsApp.
.
.
.
.
.