Patients have to be medically and mentally ready for surgery. Patients with immune disorders or smokers are not good candidates for chin implant surgery. In addition, diabetic patients have a higher incidence of infection after a chin implant if their diabetes is not under control. Dr. Rizk will require blood work and medical clearance prior to any surgery involving a chin augmentation/chin implant.
Furthermore, if a patient has bone disorders, then a chin implant is contraindicated. While it is important for the patient to discuss their aesthetic goals before cosmetic surgery, it is just as important for the facial plastic surgeon to explain the goals of the surgery as well as the risks, alternatives, and benefits of a chin implant or chin augmentation.