What is the reason behind someone having a weak chin?

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I have a weak chin and I have been thinking about it a lot, I am not good with things in general as normal guys are but I am artistic. Is it the same reason why people with stronger chins are considered to be more masculine (like actors) because they can do thing in a manly manner. I also think that because I talk less, the muscles of my chin haven't developed. My question is that whether it is because of genes or it's because of the environment we grow in?

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Underlying your question about what causes a weak chin seems to be an assumption that men with weak chins are perceived as less masculine and powerful than those with stronger jawlines. The type of chin and jaw we are born with is mostly determined by genetics, and does not seem to be related to behavior or exercise. In our society, we do tend to associate masculinity with a strong jaw and increased testosterone levels. Although there are no direct correlations between physiognomy and personality, by altering people's perceptions of you, you may actually alter how you feel about yourself, which could then transfer to behavioral changes as well. Certainly many of facial plastic surgery patients report increased confidence after their procedures, which in turns influences how they are perceived. I hope this helps.

Mike Majmundar, MD · Answer

Weak chins usually have to do with a lack of bony growth of the chin, jaw, or both.  This is secondary to genetics or an environmental influence, such as a viral infection, while in utero or early months of life.  Generally, chin weakness as a result of environmental influences usually present with other facial changes as well.  A lack of exercise, movement, or behavior over time doesn't cause a weak chin.  To your point, a stronger chin is usually more masculine while a weaker chin is more feminine.

Catherine Weng, MD · Answer

The short answer is if you have a weak chin, you were probably born with it.   If you look around at your family there are probably others with similar appearing chin among your parents or your siblings.  The causes of a weak chin are mostly genetic.  Sometimes there are factors during development that can restrict the growth of a fetus's jaw and result in an adult with a weak chin.   Although there are societal assumptions and stereotypes about the personality, strengths and weaknesses of people with stronger chins and people with weaker chins, these are not always true.  There are many masculine and outgoing talkative people who have a weak chin, if that sounds like you and it seems to you that the appearance of our chin does not match with who you are, perhaps a chin implant would be a good option for you.

Rady Rahban, MD, FACS · Answer

That's a great question.  There are several reasons for the "appearance" of a weak chin.  Obviously the chin pad, bone of the chin can be weak or insufficient.  These are the ideal patients for chin augmentation.  You can also have a weak jaw/mandible.  Some of these patients can get away with a chin augmentation to give the illusion that their chins are more prominent.  Lastly it can be due to fat under the chin which obliterates the angle of the neck.  Those patients need fat removal with procedures like lipo.

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

Without an exam your question cannot be answered.  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
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Karan Chopra, MD · Answer

Facial esthetics are not only for the aging population but in my practice It's also to allow younger people to look more beautiful. Powerful tools we have in our toolkit as cosmetic surgeons for facial balancing. I love to use physical and based implants because their FDA approved for over 50 years and they're very safe They do not have any of the problems associated with breast implants

Julian De Silva, MD · Answer

Chin deficiency is usually apparent on looking at a person’s side profile, where the chin should align with a vertical line drawn through the philtrum (junction between nose and upper lip). In a man the chin is one of the features of sexual dimorphism and makes a male face more masculine and attractive. However all facial features require some degree of balance and harmony, a chin that is too prominent can be excessive and unflattering in both men and women. Like most of our physical features, a weak chin can be attributed to genetics, and heredity plays a significant role in facial bone structure.  Chin augmentation is a surgery designed to address a weak chin. Different techniques can be employed, including chin implants. Although Chin surgery, traditionally involved making cuts into the jaw (mentoplasty) and resetting of the position of the jaw. This involved substantial surgery with realignment of the jaw there was a longer recovery time, Chin implants provided a very safe way of avoiding mentoplasty, while restoring natural proportions to the face.

Jeffrey Jumaily, MD · Answer

It is usually genetic and people are born that way. There is nothing that you do that shapes your chin.

Anand G. Shah, MD · Answer

Hi there.  A “strong” and well-defined jaw and chin have traditionally been attractive physical traits. As such, some patients present with concerns about a weak or recessed chin.A more aesthetic chin may be achieved by placement of a chin implant. Interestingly, a balanced chin improves overall facial appearance and may actually influence nasal projection.For example, a weak chin may increase the severity of an overprojected nose.Good overall medical health, as well as realistic expectations, are necessary. It is also key to understand all aspects of the surgery and aftercare. A pleasing, balanced profile can be achieved by inserting an implant to augment a weak chin, resulting in improved facial harmony.Hope this is helpful.  Best wishes.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

Our genetics and development affect the strength and size of the chin. We do have some hard wired interpretations of facial features that are linked to impressions of masculinity and femininity, as you suggested. A wider and stronger jaw is associated with higher levels of testosterone and masculinity. This look can be created with chin and jaw implants. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

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