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Prof. Dr. Mario J. García Pintor is a plastic surgeon member of the following national and international associations:
FAQ: Frequently asked questions
Mentoplasty (chin plastic surgery): When the chin is recessed, the profile’s defect is clearly evident.
The surgery is performed by placing a semisolid silicone implant, according to the defect to be covered. It is placed via an incision in the mouth; consequently, no visible scar is left behind.
Is it done with local anesthesia. It takes about 30 minutes. The patient will be splinted for 7 days. The improvement in the profile’s appearance is noticeable from the first days.