Subtle and natural chin implant possible? (Photo)

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I'm thinking about getting a small chin implant, I'd like to improve my profile and chin definition without anyone noticing. I'm looking to have a simple procedure that can be done at the doctor's office. I have heard about fillers, but I'm looking for something more permanent.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your picture.  In my opinion, you could benefit nicely from a sliding genioplasty.  This is a procedure performed in the operating room with an incision hidden in you mouth.  This would give you a nice, natural result.  Best wishes.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Without an exam your question cannot be answered. However, your photos are helpful and you are probably a good candidate for a Chin Augmentation. You will need to see an Oral/Maxillofacial surgeon to see if othognathic surgery, genioplasty or using an implant is best for your specific case. It should be noted that patients with severely weak jaws or abnormally functioning jaws may be better treated with other facial surgery (orthognathic surgery), although a chin augmentation may be an option at a later time. These patients should seek the advice of a plastic surgeon to determine which course is right for them. Here is some information to help you make this decision:Candidates for Chin Augmentation -Patients whose chin profiles are weak but have normally functioning jaws are candidates for Chin Augmentation. Many of these candidates have used injectable fillers in the past to strengthen the protrusion of their chins, but are looking for a permanent solution. If you are one of these patients, then you are a likely candidate for chin augmentation.

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for the question. In general, filler is a great way to make a subtle change for the chin. However, a more noticeable (but still subtle) outcome can be obtained with a surgical implant. An exam would be necessary to determine the best size and the optimal approach based on your individual needs. It is possible to make a very small change that would enhance the profile nicely. I would recommend a consult with a board certified and experienced facial plastic surgeon. He or she may use computer imaging software to morph a photo of you; this will give you an idea of how the final result of the procedure may appear. I hope this information helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Dean Fardo, MD · Answer

You appear to be a good candidate for a chin augmentation with an implant.  As long as the right size implant is used, it should produce a natural and subtle enhancement. This is a minimally invasive procedure that generally has very good results.  Ask your surgeon to view before and after pictures of patients who have a similar profile that you do.  Good luck.

Manish H. Shah, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello nekomon,Thanks for your question.In office chin implant placement is a common procedure.It can be performed using local anesthesia alone and uses a tiny incision under the chin or one inside the mouth. I prefer the chin incision as it is an easier procedure for the patient and the incision heals really well.  Recovery is fairly quick and easy for most.Take a look at some results of in office chin implant procedure in my link below.Good luck,Dr. Shah

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

In some patients, micro droplet Silikon-1000 injections may be a non-surgical alternative to chin implant surgery. An examination would be required to determine what might be best for you, as a single profile digital photo is not a substitute for an in-person consultation.Thank you.Dr Joseph

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

A small chin implant (no more than 3mms of projection) can be inserted under local anesthesia with minimal recovery and swelling. With such a small chin implant no one would be the wiser that it was done.

Craig Harrison, MD · Answer

From your photo I would agree in your assessment.  During your consultation, your surgeon can assess your occlusion( how your teeth align) and evaluate if you need more vertical height of your chin. Best wishes

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Chin implants are manufactured in a large variety of sizes and shapes and are composed of Silastic, so they can be custom carved when needed. The majority of chin implants that we place in our practice are size small. Placement of a chin implant is performed through a small incision underneath the chin under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. The procedure is still performed in an operating room, not in a doctor's office because is a surgical procedure performed under sterile conditions. For more information, diagrams and many examples, please see link and the video below

Richard Galitz, MD, FACS (in memoriam) · Answer

You are an excellent candidate for a small curvilinear style Implantech chin implant. It will put your profile in excellent shape and truly enhance your appearance. This particular style implant is perfect to get you the projection and definition you desire.    I do chin implants like these with oral sedation and simple local anesthesia in about 30 minutes in our office operating room. The incision in about 1/2 inch in size under the chin and disappears nicely. Sutures come out in one week and the implant is fixed and permanent for life.   The results look totally natural and no one will ever know you had an implant placed in your chin area.A truly easy and fantastic procedure. Also very simple.

Subtle and natural chin implant possible? (Photo)

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