Will Chin implant improve my 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

Will Chin implant improve my profile?
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A: Chin Implant

Paul S. Nassif, MD

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

A: Chin Implants for Profile Balance

Richard W. Westreich, MD

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... more

A: All about chin implants

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD

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,... more

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

Eric M. Joseph, MD

 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... more

A: A stronger chin would look good

Sam Jejurikar, MD

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... more

A: Chin Implant for Profile

Christopher L. Hess, MD

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... more

A: Possibly

Scott E. Kasden, MD

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... more

A: Chin Implant

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

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.

A: Yes, a more prominent chin would enhance your profile

Theda C. Kontis, MD

  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... more

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

Carl W. "Rick" Lentz III, MD

 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... more

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