Minimum Age for Chin Augmentation?

Question

I am a 16 year-old-male, and I was wondering what's the minimum age to be able to get chin surgery done? I am primarily interested with sliding genioplasty. Also, if you wish to recommend a good surgeon in my area, please do so.

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. There's no age limit or ideal age for Chin Implant. However, patients must be over 18 years of age.

Dhaval M. Patel, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question!  I would suggest waiting until you are at least 18 years old.  You will have a hard time finding a plastic surgeon who will operate on you being so young.  Best of luck!Dr Dhaval PatelDouble Board Certified Plastic SurgeonChicagoHoffman EstatesOak Brook

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

The mandible is one of the last bones to grow and mature. Generally, young adult males are usually considered skeletally mature at about 18 though they may keep on growing until 23.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

If you want a sliding genioplasty instead of a Chin Implant, you should find a board-certified, experienced surgeon with many favorable photos.
You may want to research the risks and benefits of Chin Implant Surgery. Silastic implants are FDA approved, and have a long track record of safety, and predictability with only a week of downtime.
I hope this is helpful for you.

Scott Trimas, MD · Answer

For males, the appropriate age for a sliding genioplasty would be 18 in my opinion. This is due to continued growth of the mandible in proportion with the rest of the face. You might also consider a chin implant which would not mess with the underlying bony structure as an another option.

Raj S. Ambay, MD · Answer

I would wait until 19 before getting a chin implant because of your age. I would consider the chin implant if your teeth (occlusion) are well aligned. You need to see a craniofacial surgeon.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

I recommend that you wait until age 18-19 before having a genioplasty as your facial development, particularly the thickening of the jaw line,is not yet complete.  While you are waiting for this to occur, you can use the time wisely to research your options and find a surgeon with whom you are comfortable.  Good luck to you!

David Finkle, MD · Answer

Male facial growth is not complete until around age 18, I would wait 2 more years before considering surgery. Female facial growth is usually complete at age 16. Dr Kawamoto is the best plastic surgeon in LA for this type of outpatient procedure.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

It is probably best to wait until age 18 to 19 years of age before undergoing a chin implant or a sliding genioplasty.  The mandible has probably not completely quit growing until age 18.

Sigmund L. Sattenspiel, MD · Answer

It is best to wait until full or near full physical development. Age 18 in a male is usually acceptable. If you have not grown within the past couple of years, age 16 might be okay in your case. In most cases, I prefer the use of an implant for augmenting the chin region. It is a very easy procedure usually achieving excellent results in experienced expert hands. A sliding genioplasty is a much bigger procedure with more potential risks and inherent problems.

Minimum Age for Chin Augmentation?

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