Face elongation is one of the ways through which people make enhancements to their outlook. It has often been performed on individuals whose faces tend to be more rounded. Different persons across gender divide have embraced this reconstructive intervention – although it is widely reported that females are more likely to have facelift or any other form of cosmetic surgery. Several procedures have been employed in increasing the length of the face. The choice of a specific procedure may be determined by the present orientation of your face, as well as the anatomical features you possess. Also, one cannot rule out the possibility of factors such as your preferences, face elongation cost, and so on. Irrespective of what your initial concerns may be, it is vital that you locate a good clinic, with experienced cosmetic surgeons to consult with and see how they can help you actualize your face elongation objectives. 

Face Elongation Surgeries in India

Let us now see some examples – and the steps involved – and face elongation surgeries. You should note that the plastic surgeon will have you undergo an X-ray examination to assess the bone structure and some other anatomical parameters within the body part that the surgery will be carried out. On your part; you are expected to have stopped consuming alcohol 1 – 2 week(s) before the date set for the operation. Blood-thinning medications must also have been stopped 2 weeks before the surgery.  

Sliding Genioplasty Procedure

The sliding genioplasty is a procedure performed on your chin, and it is usually done under general anaesthesia. In carrying out this surgical protocol, the surgeon must have first made markings and these (markings) will serve some reference purposes. Going ahead, he/she will draw down your lower lip and cut the lower gum and the inside of your lower lip, just below the teeth. The next line of action will be to make an incision on the soft tissue layer in order to gain access to the chin bone. With the chin bone now exposed, the surgeon uses a surgical saw to make a vertical cut in the chin – this cut will be used as a point of reference as the operation ensues. The surgeon then makes a cut – a horizontal one this time around – along the chin bone. At this point, the direction of the cut-out chin bone can be manipulated in different directions and/or angles, but for a face elongation procedure, the surgeon will reattach the bone in such a way that a gap is created between the remaining portion of the jaw and chin. Titanium plate or any other biodegradable (surgery) plate is used in achieving the reattachment to prevent incidences of unwarranted, post-operative movements. The surgeon would then close up the incision with dissolvable stitches, have a surgical dressing placed over the area, and then apply compression tape to offer some protective purposes and also limit swelling.

Your treatment does not, however, end there as you may have to stay in the clinic for another two days with the surgeon placing you on antibiotic therapy to ward off infection – there is a high risk of infection associated with this face elongation surgery. Additionally, you should swish your mouth with water or an antiseptic mouthwash after eating – this should continue throughout the period of your recovery. Also, for the first 3 – 4 weeks after your surgery, you should feed more on soft foods and take a lot of fluids. You should also avoid doing strenuous physical exercises for the first two weeks after surgery – contact sports should be totally avoided for 4 – 6 weeks post-operation. The sliding genioplasty procedure for face elongation should be completed in under one hour.

V-Line Jaw Surgery: This is another form of genioplasty that is done to give the jaw a narrower or more pointed appearance. The focal point is the broader (bottom) part of the lower jawbone, which is reshaped to look just like a “V”. Prior to carrying out this procedure, the cosmetic surgeon will use a special marker to make landmarks on your face. An anaesthetist will be on hand to administer general anaesthesia to you and the surgeon takes over the session once the effect of the dosage sets in. So, to access your lower jawbone, the surgeon will make incisions on your chin and along your jawline. The lower jawbone is then reshaped according to the predefined measurements and angle. The surgeon then reduces the masseter muscle – through a technique known as debulking – to make the sides of the face slim(mer) as the “V” shape forms. In some instances, the plastic surgeon may need to shave and contour the chin as well, and it is not unusual to see this procedure used along with other face elongation protocols for greater effects. The surgeon then proceeds to apply dissolvable stitches and places a surgical dressing over the area. In order to ensure the proper healing of your wound, the surgeon will put a compression band around the jaw, chin, and neck. You may have to spend a day in the clinic after completing this surgery to enable the medical specialist to closely monitor your situation. It takes around 2 hours to complete the V-line surgery, and recovery may take between 3 – 4 weeks. The surgeon will prescribe some pain relievers and other medications for you.

V-line surgery is not without certain complications; swelling and pain are common in this regard. There have also been cases where nausea, nerve damage, bleeding, and drainage manifested after V-line surgery was performed on people.

You may need to place an ice pack over the area where the surgery was performed to reduce swelling. Also, regarding food consumption; you should feed on soft foods and take a lot of liquid for the first week after surgery.  

Chin Implant Surgery

Chin implant surgery is a commonly used face elongation procedure. The plastic surgeon has to perform some critical tasks before embarking on the surgery proper. These preoperative steps involve taking your facial measurements depending on the new length to be actualized. Again, he/she is expected to have prepared the implant that is to be used – ensuring that it has been shaped to the appropriate size and shape. Alloplastic substances such as Teflon and silicon have been vastly used as implants for face elongation surgery. Now to the surgery proper; the surgeon makes a cut under your chin or inside your mouth, and then the implants are inserted under the chin. The incision is thereafter sealed up with dissolvable stitches. Chin implant can be completed within 2 hours, and the recovery period is about 3 months. Like it was for the sliding genioplasty technique, you should always rinse your mouth with water after having your meals. Complications such as allergic reaction, hematoma, nerve damage, and infection have been associated with chin implant surgery.

Follow-up

The surgeon will fix a follow-up session to assess your situation under certain circumstances. Again, follow-up routines may be directed at monitoring your recovery process and how well you have been keeping to the instructions that you were furnished with upon completing the surgery. 

Cost of Doing Face Elongation Procedure in India

The cost of a face elongation procedure can have both direct and indirect implications. Concerning direct cost, we consider the price paid to have a particular procedure done – which can vary over a wide range. Summarily, the factors that may eventually determine the amount of money you will pay to have the length of your face increased include:

• Surgical procedure selected
• Consultation fee
• Surgeon fee
• Prescriptions
• Type of anaesthesia used
• Recovery period
• Distance between your residence and the clinic
• Hospital stay

It might be possible that your health insurance comes through for you in some ways. You can contact the insurance provider to see what is obtainable in this respect.

Finding a Face Elongation Cosmetic Surgeon in India

Face elongation techniques are highly delicate and require that an experienced cosmetic surgeon be sought. You will get to have a grasp of this when you read about the number of reconstruction procedures that have turned out poorly. More so, if not properly done, this elective surgery could result in varying degrees of complications with devastating effects. This is why celebrity surgeon, Dr. Debraj Shome and other specialists at The Esthetic Clinics^® have made it a point of duty to ensure the delivery of quality face elongation services to our numerous clients. We are nearby to make face elongation in India easily accessible and without any hassle. You can contact us to fix an appointment with a plastic surgeon at The Esthetic Clinics^®. We will assess your case and present you with the best offer that would enable you actualize your aesthetic objective as per your facial appearance.