Chin augmentation with fat grafting, possibility and price? (Photo)

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I want to fix my weak chin at least a little bit but not just temporarily with fillers and definitely not with an implant, so I wanted to know if that was possible with fat grafting and what would the price be.

Bao L. Phan, MD · Answer

The beauty of fat grafting is that you can graft it in just about anywhere you need some volume.  In experienced hands and for good candidates, fat grafting to the face (including chin) is a great option as it offers many advantages over tissue fillers and facial implants.  It's much more forgiving and has less risks for infection and malrotation, as well as less scarring and less risks for nerve injury than chin implants (as well as quicker recovery).  We can usually be much more liberal with the volume of fat used for chin enhancement as opposed to tissue fillers for much more complete and comprehensive enhancement so it can actually be less expensive per cc than tissue fillers (which are usually guaranteed to go away and need for regular repeat injections are also guaranteed).  If the fat grafts survive the transfer process, it will be with you for many years (even decades)(something not possible with current fillers).  Based on your pics, I think you would be a great candidate as you have a good base to work with (your chin is not too small and your skin does not look too tight).  Fees can vary greatly from one surgeon to another and from one region of the country to another so I would recommend you see several board certified plastic surgeons with good experience with fat transfers in your area.  Best wishes.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

It's best to begin by consulting with a surgeon in-person to discuss your options. During your initial examination, your #chin will be evaluated along with the neck and jawline. A weak #chin implies a lack of chin support for the skin along the neck line. In younger individuals a chin implant alone is usually all that is needed to improve the appearance of the neck. Subsequently, it will also improve the overall #balance of the face and can create the illusion of a smaller nose. As a stand-alone procedure, chin augmentation can be performed in the office under local #anesthesia. For individuals with signs of #aging in the neck, a chin implant added to one of the recommended procedures above, will provide optimal results. Also, #liposuction under the chin is also another option your doctor can discuss. If you are not a candidate for chin or neck rejuvenation at the time of your #consultation, your board certified plastic surgeon can recommend alternatives to address your concern. 
However, there may be additional options to improve the appearance of your concern to improve the overall balance of your face. Such can be best evaluated in-person. Consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in #face, #neck and #chin procedures is important to ensure you are receiving the best advice, care, and surgical experience possible. The contributing factors to the #cost include the surgeon’s fee, facility fee if necessary, medication cost and the anesthesia fee. Estimated fees may also be found here on Real Self, and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery website, Surgery.org, or PlasticSurgery.org.

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

A chin implant can give you more customization of your look. It can help projection, width and increase vertical height. Filler can improve projection and width but is less effective in increasing vertical height. Furthermore, the results obtained with implants are generally more dramatic than those obtained with filler alone. I would advise having a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in facial aesthetics to discuss best individual treatment plan.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It is possible to create good result with fat graft augmentation of the chin. However, it may take more than one procedure to achieve desired size/shape, 6 months appart. You should discuss this option with a board certified plastic surgeon with proven expertise in fat grafting of the face. Good luck

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear llamaperson,the cost of surgery depends on a lot of factors (type of surgery, number of treated areas, anesthesia fee, surgeon, facility fee, city, etc.). It would be the best to visit or call plastic surgery offices and ask for a price.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

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