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Why might a cosmetic chin implant cause pain in one side of the jaw even after a year?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Compression: Sometimes the implant can be inflamed from old or new infection, compression on a nerve or chronic inflammation from trying to be rejected.
Answered 2/6/2015
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Chin Implant: The implant may be rubbing the sensory nerve which is adjacent to the implant. Consult with the surgeon who did your operation. Removal is sometimes necessary.
Answered 1/3/2013
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Pain from implant: There are many reasons, but mainly shifting of the implant. Another reason is pressure on the nerve. You should contact your surgeon for advise.
Answered 8/29/2014
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