Hi XXXXXXX

Thanks for your query.

There is a small chance of damage to the smaller branches of the facial nerve after a chin and jaw augmentation operation.

Chin and jaw implants sometimes put pressure on the mental branches of the facial nerve leading to tingling or numbness of the lower lip.

Slight tingling usually resolves after a few weeks.

Persistent numbness or change in sensation occurs due to pressure of the implant on the nerves. This may require repeat surgery and repositioning of the implant to avoid the possibility of permanent nerve damage.

In general, if numbness persists beyond 2 weeks of surgery, it is advisable to consult your surgeon.

Your doctor may be able to assess your risk of developing nerve damage depending on the position of your mandibular canal in relation to the lower border of your mandible as seen in an x-ray (panorex film).

Hope I have answered your query. I will be available if you have any further queries.

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Hi XXXXXXX

The risk of facial nerve damage following a cheek implant is very low.

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Hope this helps.

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