Chin Augmentation with Implant Vs. Filler?

The "gold-standard" for chin augmentation remains rubberized silicone implants. They have a long track record of safety, and Chin Implant Surgery typically has downtime less than one week.

I have had the opportunity to perform non-surgical chin augmentation with Silikon-1000, over the last 3 years, with good outcomes and high patient satisfaction. An advantage of an "injectable chin implant", is that you can have volume added to select areas that may benefit, like the groove between your chin and jowl. 2-3 treatments have been necessary to obtain a desired result.

Hope this helps you.

Dr. Joseph

Hello,
There are a variety of techniques to augment the chin.  Let’s examine the options:
Chin augmentation- offers a permanent solution in an in office setting and can be helpful for the majority of patients.  Can help adjust vertical and horizontal dimensions and a variety of shapes can be utilized.
Sliding genioplasty- A portion of bone is cut and extended with plates.  I find that there is often a gap in the cut portion of bone and often looks less natural if there is a bone gap.  Can be useful for long chins where increase in horizontal dimension is desired.
Fillers- Often don’t last long enough in the chin area due to movement but can be helpful to preview conservative changes.
Best,
Anil Shah

In your particular case, a chin augmentation using an implant as the most predictable and long-lasting, permanent, results. The only reason I would recommend use of fillers would be to give you an approximate idea of what I would look like for a fuller chin in the event we were unsure they wish to proceed with the surgery. I usually perform chin augmentation in the office under local anesthesia with oral sedation although other forms of anesthesia and certainly are available.

Both are good options. A chin implant is a surgical procedure but provides permanent improvement. Filler can be performed in the office but will likely only last about 12 months. I've found that Radiesse filler treatment of the chin and cheeks looks and feels very similar to a facial implant. Therefore, it is a great option for someone who doesn't want surgery or wants to try out the look before proceeding with surgery. I hope this information is helpful.Stephen Weber MD, FACS

A “temporary chin implant” with filler allows the patient to see what a chin implant might look like prior to taking the plunge for a permanent implant. Whether or not the patient is a candidate for a chin augmentation with filler depends on their individual circumstances, and during an exam your surgeon can determine what the best option is for you. In general, the best result is obtained with a surgical implant. From here, I would recommend a consult with an experienced board certified surgeon. I hope this helps, and good luck!