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Weak Jawline Solutions

Hello, my question regards to what I can do about a weak jawline. I am 22 years old and have been extremely self conscious about my profile for many years. I am so embarrassed when I see a photo of me taken of the side of my face... I always look awful. I am tired of feeling this way and want to know if there is anything I can do. Any research into this shows me solutions for more mature skin's sagging, which I am not sure is a suitable solution for me as my issue is not age related (or rather the skin losing elasticity over time), since I have never had a good jawline. I would like to try to avoid a chin implant if possible, as many that I have seen look very unnatural, but I would like to hear any and all options I have.

Is "pulling up" the skin between my jawbone and neck a solution/option? Also, I am not really looking for a subtle change, but I don't think an overly prominent chin is the answer either. I really want the sharp and elegant jawlines as seen on other women! Is there any way? Thank you so much for reading this, any and all help is greatly appreciated as I yearn for a solution that will bring me more confidence.

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A weak jawline can be treated with a chin implant or facial fillers

The strength or weakness of a jawline can define the attractiveness of a face. There are no leading men or women with weak jawlines. The great news is the chin is one of the most treatable parts of the face. It is a very straight-forward and minimally invasive procedure to place a chin implant. And with a very quick recovery, the proportions of your face can be greatly improved, and no more loose skin or embarrassing photos. Another even less invasive option is to... more

Jaw line improvement - Chin implant or other method

I know you probably do not want to hear this, but a chin implant is the way to go! Injectables or skin lifts are not going to get you what you need. A chin implant is a simple procedure and works wonders. Please look into it first. It is the solution for what you need.

Jay Calvert, MD

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Chin/Neck Options

From your profile, it appears that you would be an excellent candidate for a mentoplasty. A complete evaluation though would require looking at the front and side views as well. In your case, you may want to consider simple chin implantation or a more involved procedure of moving the bone of your lower jaw forward (particularly if you have a significant underbite). In either event, this would change your profile, alter your neck appearance, and change your front view as well. more

D.J. Verret, MD

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There are a number of anatomic elements that create a beautiful jawline in a woman. A surgeon would palpate and study your lower jaw anatomy to determine the best surgical approach. This could be augmenting the weak bone with appropriate style and size chin implant, may be adding mandibular angle implant, possibly doing microliposuctioon around the lower jaw/neck, or even adding some structural fat grafting. Your best bet is to find 2-3 reputable surgeons that have lots... more

Placement of an implant is usually the preferred method to augment a weak chin

Hi Kitty15 I understand that you would prefer to avoid a chin implant, but as you describe your goals I believe it is still the best solution to your condition. “Pulling up” the skin from a facelift or neck lift will not provide the degree of change you desire. Although the chin can be augmented without an implant I would not recommend this procedure in your case. This type of surgery would require advancing a part of your jawbone to give it more projection. Placement of a chin... more

Chin Implant for Jawline Contour -- Many Shapes and Sizes Are Available!

Thank you for the great question. Based on your description, the best option, in my opinion, would be a chin implant. This is a straightforward procedure with a quick recovery. Fillers can offer similar results, but are temporary and more expensive in the long run. Lifting the skin and soft tissue around the under-sized bone won't help with the jawline... and may make any deficiency look more obvious. Chin implants (I use silastic only) come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Finding the... more

Chin implant for a weak jaw

Kitty, certainly a neck lift can help, but a chin implant or an extended chin implant can give fullness around the jaw for a softer look to the face with a nice line between the neck and chin. An extended chin implant goes along the jawline to create a more attractive jaw line. Some people need just a chin and others need better jaw definition. A chin implant, when inserted by a skilled and experienced facial plastic surgeon, would definitely help your profile. Without seeing... more

Chin Implant for a Weak Jawline

Hi Kitty, Based on your photos, I believe that chin implant would be the best solution for your profile. I realize that others have suggested injectables, but that solution would be temporary and based on the photo, would require a significant amount of product. This would likely be a large, recurring expense. Your concerns regarding chin implants looking "unnatural" is a common fear, but most of the modern implants blend very well due to "wings" that taper at the extreme right and... more

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Often, chin implant is only PART of the answer.

No operation works IN CONCERT with other procedures than the chin implant. I just about never do a chin implant alone. For a more angular look, oft times I will also liposuction the neck or reduce the buccal fat pad. For profile make-overs, doing the nose and chin together is common. When face lifting, a chin implant often adds to the jawline overhaul. Your photos are not that informative, but I'd an open mind to combining chin and buccal fat for a more angular... more

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Weak Jawline Solutions

I think the only answer for you that will make you permanently happy is an extended chin implant. This will give you a strong jawline as well as chin projection and will greatly enhance your profile and facial appearance. The procedure is outpatient and minimally invasive with little recovery time.

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Better Version of ME
18 Mar 2013

What did you decide? Did you ever get anything done?

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Chin Implant: Q&A

Weak Jawline Solutions

A weak jawline can be treated with a chin implant or facial fillers