CT Scan and 3D Imaging: First, Dr. Dhir will obtain comprehensive imaging of your jaw and face. These images are highly detailed, ensuring an accurate representation of the finer shapes to your bone.
Creating the 3D Model: We use a special computer software that will build a 3D model of your implant based on your specifications. We can show what it will look like when affixed to the jaw and how it can restore symmetry and enhance jaw shape. Even if you already have current implants or hardware, we can digitally remove it when creating the model.
Adjusting the Model: The 3D model can be adjusted from every angle, creating minute changes to bring it into perfect alignment with your desired size and shape. The final model will still be anatomically correct for your jaw.
3D Print Your Implant: 3D printing allows for precise manufacture from high-grade silicone materials that can last a lifetime. You will also receive a PDF of your 3D model to quickly reference at any time.

Having a stronger, more defined jaw can be a life-changing experience for both men and women. Contour, symmetry, and definition can all impact how attractive the lower face is seen to be, which is why a jaw augmentation can have such a boost to how attractive a patient is perceived to be (by both themself and by others).

If one or more of the following matches you, then jaw contouring surgery may be your ideal path forward.

• Someone who works in the C-suite or Tech fields and has to give presentations in front of audiences.
• Patients who have a history of oral surgery for bite defects and want to restore or enhance the contour of their jawline.
• Those who are losing bone structure and want to maintain or improve a weakening jawline
• Patients who want a facelift but would not see optimal results due to jaw shape (i.e., to avoid the “wind-blown” look).
• Patients who had a previous prefab implant but want a more personalized look through revision surgery.
• Filler patients who want to switch to a permanent solution instead of having to repeat injectable treatments every few months.

This list is far from exhaustive, however. With custom facial and jaw implants, the best candidates are those who want to bring out the best in their appearance. If you have long desired a stronger, more defined jawline, then a custom implant procedure is likely ideal for you. Call our office to book a consultation to start on the process today.

Procedure times and experiences can vary, depending on your individual treatment plan. Every aspect of your procedure is customized, not just the implant itself. From incision locations to the techniques for placing the implant, Dr. Dhir adjusts his approach to deliver optimal results every time. However, the overall experience can roughly follow a similar pattern, meaning you can expect:

• Going under general anesthesia to ensure you feel no pain during the surgery. Dr. Dhir will let you know how to prepare for a safe anesthesia experience.
• A duration of about 2 hours (can vary according to complexity).
• Dr. Dhir will create key incisions to insert the implant and then will adjust it accordingly. The procedure only is complete once he is sure the placement is aligned with your agreed-upon plan.
• After everything is complete, you can return home or to an after-care facility the same day. However, someone will need to drive you.

Though the implant can cover much of the jaw’s surface area, it can be inserted through a small incision. This means the procedure should result in minimal scarring that typically heals well, becoming increasingly less noticeable.

Though swelling should fade gradually until the majority is resolved within about 6 weeks, it can take time for all residual swelling to disappear. However, patients can see their initial results well before this time. After the first couple weeks, enough swelling should fade so that you can start to see the improvements to your jawline. The chin, jaw, and face, on the whole, should take on a new appearance, creating a more contoured and defined aesthetic overall.

As the swelling continues to fade, continue to care for your incision sites and do your best to avoid any facial impacts. The better you care for your jaw, the better your results will be. After about 6 weeks, you begin to fully appreciate your new look, with mild, gradual improvements to come while the residual swelling subsides up to 1 year. Results should be permanent, but patients can always have the implant removed if they change their minds at a later date.

Dr. Dhir is one of the country’s leading specialists in custom jaw implant procedures. He personally trained under the physician who invented the procedure, and he himself wrote the first scientific journal article on it. Now, he continues to push the procedure into the future, further utilizing technology to create more enhanced results that deliver lifelong elevated confidence.