Jaw Bone Augmentation
to refine and contour your jawline in NYC

Jaw augmentation can be a great option for people who have a chin or jawline that is:

• Weak
• Recessed
• Asymmetrical
• Imbalanced with the other facial features
• Affected by traumatic injury
• Affected by birth defects

In addition to refining your jawline and bringing balance to your overall facial appearance, a jaw augmentation can help make your neck area look more youthful, tight, and lean, seemingly taking pounds and years off of your appearance.

A variety of implant materials can be used, medical-grade silicone is most commonly used because it has reduced rates of complication and can be more easily removed at a later date if needed. Dr. Kwan will discuss the best implant material for your specific needs based on your personalized consultation and evaluation.

By making the incision to place the jaw implant within your mouth rather than on the outside of your skin, it will prevent anyone from seeing scars that may result from the surgery.

Most patients can return to work after one week and resume most to all of their normal activities one to two weeks after their surgery.

In the immediate period after your jaw augmentation surgery, you will experience mild to moderate pain that can typically be managed with either over-the-counter pain relievers or medications prescribed by Dr. Kwan to keep you comfortable. In addition, you should expect some swelling in the area, which combined with the new implant, will make your skin feel tight for a few weeks. Because Dr. Kwan makes the incision within your mouth to hide any scarring, you may need to limit the types of foods you consume for several days after your treatment, as well as use a mouthwash to help prevent infections.

We will have you come back in to the office on a specific date after your surgery to remove your stitches, which does not typically cause discomfort. Dr. Kwan will also check on your healing and recovery at this time and answer any follow-up questions that you may have.

Your appealing new jaw contours will become more visible as these side effects wear off, with your final results being noticeable within about three to four weeks after your surgery.

After your jaw implant is placed, it will last a lifetime. The implant is anchored to your bone to keep it firmly in place and the medical-grade implant material is designed for longevity.

Dr. Edmund Kwan is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has over 20 years of experience helping men and women of all ages and ethnicities to achieve the appearance that reflects their unique personalities and desired end results. In addition to studying reconstructive craniofacial surgery at Johns Hopkins Medical Center, Dr. Kwan has trained with Dr. Robert Flowers, a pioneer in ethnic plastic surgery, and he has a level of experience and skill in complex procedures like jawbone augmentation that few other physicians have. With three offices in the NYC tri-state area and a devotion to providing excellent customer service and comfort, patients often expect Dr. Kwan to have upscale prices to match the level of service they receive. However, Dr. Kwan is dedicated to helping patients look and consequently feel their best, and is proud to offer some of the most competitive pricing for jawbone augmentation services in the area. Dr. Kwan innately understands what facial features make someone attractive and provides natural-looking, aesthetically pleasing results.