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Radiesse Chin Augmentation Possible?

I think my face would look better with a bigger chin.

Asked 41 months ago by Marce Garza in atlanta

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Radiesse chin augmentation possible?

I have used chin and cheeks implants, for over 20 years, as well as fillers (Radiesse and Perlane) to shape these areas. Pictures of your face from the front (not smiling) and a profile would be needed to access the chin. I suspect the cheeks are a bit flat as well.

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Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Fillers are not generally the first choice for chin augmentation but cetainly can be utilized.

You are attractive. In this one view, you have pleasing facial proportions. The best way to judge "microgenia" (recessive chin) is with a lateral (profile) view. Soft tissue fillers generally are not the first choice for chin augmentation as a good deal of volume may be necessary, and the results are not as long lasting as with a solid, permanent (chin) implant, which can be placed with a relatively simple procedure. On the other hand, fillers such as Restylane or Radiesse... more

David J. Levens, MD

Coral Springs Plastic Surgeon

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Yes, but consider All of your Anatomy from a Profile View

Hello Marce, When considering chin augmentation it is very important to take into account the surrounding anatomy as well - your neck, lips and nose. As a Surgeon we study a patient's chin from the side. This gives us a sense of all the anatomy together and helps determine what the ideal size and appearance of your chin should be given all of your features. During a consultation the best thing to do is to have the Surgeon take your picture from a side view and draw (or use computer... more

Kamran Jafri, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

Injectable chin augmentation - a test drive for a chin implant

Using Radiesse injections into the chin is one method for a minor chin augmentation. While it is not permanent and a chin implant is a better long-term option, this may be a psychologically safer initial step for some patients. While I think computer imaging can do a good job of determining if chin augmentation is right for you, perhaps actually seeing it on yourself may be a better form of a 'test-drive' for some.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD

Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon

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Chin implant versus radiesse chin augmentation

From the photo you provided it doesnt appear as if you need significant chin augmentation. A lateral view is more helpful to assess your case.. Its also helpful to have a good understanding regarding your dentition and dental aligment. If you have a recessed chin and do not wish to pursue any orthodontic nor orthognathic surgery you could consider chin augmentation with fillers or surgery. It is often helpful to assess your case with computer imaging... more

Philip Solomon, MD

Toronto Facial Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse for chin augmentation

Hi Marce, You are very attractive. I see some weakness at the chin line but the best way to evaluate this would be with a profile view. One advantage of using filler to give more definition to the chin area is that it would give you a chance to try a more defined chin line without making a permanent commitment. It isn't lasting but certainly a reasonable thought.

Robert L. Kraft, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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Radiesse-Good Short Term Result for Chin Augmentation

Injectable Fillers can be a good sampler for a patient to see what chin augmentation can accomplish. Radiesse is a particularly good filler for this problem. However, results last approximately 1 year and are somewhat less substantial than what an implant accomplishes. As chin implants surgery is relatively easy, economical, and gives permanent results, I feel that is a much better choice.

Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Fillers as chin implants

All I can say is why put in a temporary solution that can be hard to contour correctly when a simple chin implant would be nearly risk free and permanent. Again if someone offers you a filler to solve your chin problem make sure they do surgical implants also and are making an honest reccomendation because they have all options available to them. Also I have found that even an extra small chin implant making a slight enhancement in the chin projection can be very beneficial to your... more

Richard Galitz, MD

Miami Facial Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse

Radesse is a generally a very good step to correct the chin and it can help create better facial harmony.

Kris M. Reddy, MD

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

ASAPS

Radiesse for chin

Radiesse makes a very good short-term material for chin augmentation and we often use this as a test before proceeding with implant surgery

Sam Naficy, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse works for chins, but is probably not the best choice

Radiesse will definitely produce a chin filling effect. As compared to an implant, it is not as defined as you might like, but it will fill and produce projection. It will augment the soft tissue, not the bone, so your chin will be a little "meatier" to touch. I would, however, suggest you strongly consider a chin implant and skip the Radiesse. It is likely to take at least 2 syringes of Radiesse to get a reasonable augmentation of your chin and that will cost over $1000.00... more

Louis W. Apostolakis, MD

Austin Facial Plastic Surgeon

Fat transfer better for chin augmentation

I prefer fat transfer for chin augmentation. Properly done, it is more long lasting and feels more natural if properly placed. Chose a Booard Certified PS who understands facial harmony with experience. Any surgery is a major surgery when it comes to your face.

Samir Shureih, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

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Chin Implant may not be right for you

I would agree with the other surgeons that from the current view, you do not appear to be a candidate for a chin implant. The best view though to make that determination is a profile view. While Radiesse can be used as an off label 'chin implant', I would suggest a few words of caution. First, Radiesse can not be reversed so find a surgeon in your area who has done the procedure and not just someone who has injected Radiesse. Second, if you are a candidate for a chin implant,... more

D.J. Verret, MD

Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse is an alternative to chin implant.

Hi. Radiesse injections have to be done just right. Radiesse can effectively enhance your chin and profile. It is not permanent like a chin implant, but you avoid an operation.

George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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Radiesse is used but is temporary

Based on your pictures, I don't think you would need a chin implant. The only way to tell with today's measurements is to assess your face from the side. If you take a point from the middle of the nose / nasal bridge (half the distance from the deepest part of your nose in between your eyes to the nasal tip) and then draw a line from this point through the upper lip, your chin should be at 3mm or less behind this line. That's just one way to assess this. The distance from your iris to the... more

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Philip Young, MD

Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

Chin enlargement or augmentation with fillers.

From the picture, it does not appear that you "need" a chin enlargement but if this is your desire there are a few issues to discuss. A chin enlargement can only be performed after a thorough evaluation, A chin enlargement (augmentation genioplasty) may entail 3 or 4 different types of procedures based upon the condition of the skin, fat (amount and location), muscles (loose, weak, or separated), as well as your skeleton including your jaw bone and dentition/occlusion as well... more