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Will Chin Implant Improve my Profile?

asked 2 years ago by Mike13 in NJ
Latest answer by Darrick E. Antell, MD
Question viewed 2,203 times
Tags: chin, male, profile

I want to improve my projection, chin height, and chin width. Am I a good candidate for an implant? I would like an unbiased opinion before I proceed in getting surgery. TY

16 answers to Will Chin Implant Improve my Profile?

Chin Implants for Profile Balance

Given the profile view that you submitted, a chin implant would benefit your facial balance tremendously. Your nose seems very well proportioned and would balance well with a stronger profile. As a man, this is typically a desireable change. My only question would be your age. It is hard to judge from a partial photograph. However, if you are under 18, then it is likely your chin will mature and grow. If that is the case, you should wait and see how your face develops. Good luck... more

Richard W. Westreich, MD
Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon

You are an ideal candidate for a chin implant or a lower jaw osteotomy.

With the profile photo you have included your profile and general appearance would be markedly improved with a chin implant or a mandibular osteotomy. which would be best for you can only be determined by checking the position of your teeth. If you have good occlusion of your teeth (they go together in the right place) then a chin implant would work wonders. If your teeth are not in the right position then you should see a qualified maxilofacial surgeon. Your plastic surgeon can determine... more

Carl W. "Rick" Lentz III, MD
Daytona Beach Plastic Surgeon

Will Chin implant improve my profile?

Mike, Yes. It appears you would benefit from a chin enhancement procedure. A chin can be augmented either by placing an implant ON TOP of the lower edge of the mandible (chin implant) OR by moving a segment of the lower mandible forward to give the appearance of a more projecting chin (sliding genioplasty). Good Luck.

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Chin Implant

Hello, Based on your photo, a chin implant will improve your projection, height and width. It is difficult for me to say exactly how I would proceed without examining you. It is a fairly simple procedure that can yield great results when done correctly. Thank you, and best of luck. Dr. Nassif

Paul S. Nassif, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

All about chin implants

Yes, you appear to be an excellent candidate for a chin implant. The entire procedure lasts about 1-2 hours and the pain is usually very minimal. The implant can be made of silicone or methylmethacrylate, and I've had good success with silicone implants as they are the softest ones. Also, make sure you check out some before and after photos before choosing your plastic surgeon. Good luck!

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

A stronger chin would look good

Hi Mike, More prominence of your jaw certainly would give you a more aesthetic and masculine profile. Before deciding whether a chin implant is beneficial, the relationship of your upper and lower teeth needs to be assessed. If they meet appropriately, a surgery geared towards increasing chin prominence, which can either be a chin implant or genioplasty, in which the chin bone is cut and advanced, would be appropriate. If you have a significant overbite, then an operation geared towards... more

Sam Jejurikar, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Chin Implant for Profile

A weak chin generally refers to loss of projection and/or height. I agree that you need something done with your chin. I'm a little old school in that I fully feel that your occlusion or bite must be assessed. If this is okay than your options are an implant which holds its on set of issues vs a genioplasty or movement of the bony part of the chin. See someone who knows how to do, as does both.

Christopher L. Hess, MD
Fairfax Plastic Surgeon

Possibly

An impant will do the things that you are seeking, however you should first have the jaws and teeth evaluated. The simplest cause of your concerns is an underdeveloped chin itself. However, you may have a short lower jaw, and even problems with the dental occlusion, and upper jaw. Before making changes to the chin with an implant, you want to be sure the facial and jaw relationships are understood. sek

Scott E. Kasden, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Chin Implant

Given the limited information here, placement of an implant appears to be a reasonable option for you to improve your facial profile. I would clearly make sure that your underlying dentittion is satisfactory and in alignment.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Yes, a more prominent chin would enhance your profile

There is an easy way to see if your chin is small. If you draw a straight line down from the most prominent portion of your lower lip, the line should meet your chin. On your profile, you can see that your chin would be behind this line, or "under- projected." You have two augmentation choices. One is to have the mandibular bone cut and advanced (genioplasty). The other is to have a chin implant (mentoplasty). A chin implant can be placed through an incision in the mouth or on... more

Theda C. Kontis, MD
Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

Chin Augmentation to improve facial profile

Hello Mike, A chin augmentation will do wonders for your profile from what I can see in your picture. It will add balance and a nice male structure to the lower 1/3 of your face. Chin augmentation is a fairly simple procedure with very little recovery time. The other nice aspect of this is that if you love it it is permanent, if not, you can remove it. Chin augmentation remains one of my favorite and most powerful tools to create a more youthful and balanced face. Best wishes, Dr. D. more

Louis M. DeJoseph, MD
Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon

Chin implant candidate

Assuming your teeth align well, you are a candidate for chin augmentation either as a chin implant or a sliding genioplasty in which your own jaw is slid forward.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Chin implant will improve your profile

A chin implant will make a substantial improvement in your profile. Visit my web site for more information and videos. As a board certified plastic surgeon, with both a medical as well as a dental degree I would be happy to talk with you further. Out of town patients can schedule surgery with my office and we can talk on the phone or Skype as an intial part of the plan.

Darrick E. Antell, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

A chin implant may be the answer

Achieving an improved profile is a common desire of many patients seeking facial plastic surgery. There are a variety of chin implants that can allow an improved profile by helping balance the lower part of the face with the nose and upper face. In addition, it can improve the neck line. A variety of implant materials exist for improving the chin including GoreTex, silicone as well as Mersilene mesh. Mersilene mesh offers the advantage of a more natural feeling implant as well as one that is... more

Mark Hamilton, MD
Indianapolis Facial Plastic Surgeon

Chin implant can improve your profile

According to the picture posted, yes, you are a good candidate for a medium-sized chin implant placed through a submental incision in the submental crease. This can be done under local anesthetic and takes approximately one-half hour.

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

Chin Implant Surgery may improve your jawline and the projection your chin.

Based on the photo you provided, I think you may be a good candidate for Chin Implant Surgery. This is a relatively straightforward procedure that can lead to a stronger chin, and a more harmonious facial balance. I've attached a link to my Chin Implant photos for your perusal. I hope this helps, and best regards.