Chin filler vs chin implant? (Photo)

Surgical chin implants hold out the carrot of permanent results. However, the truth is that, besides the fact that they are relatively expensive, invasive surgeries that engender post-treatment downtime, the results of chin implants are NOT permanent, although the synthetic implant itself is. The age related changes that inevitable occur with the passage of time in the surrounding muscle and bone often necessitate the later addition of filler or surgical removal of the implant and replacement of the implant or simply the use of filler in order to maintain correction. From the photo provided, it would appear that the use of a robust HA filler would easily provide the necessary chin augmentation and readily fill the "mental crease." In the hands of an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist, filler treatment should take no more than about ten minutes with immediate results. Hope this helps and best of luck.

"A formal evaluation would be needed to determine what's best. Many of my patients try to avoid surgery, so we perform a non-surgical chin augmentation treatment with injectable fillers. Fillers like Radiesse, Voluma, BellaFill as well as Sculptra are injected into the area, improving the overall appearance of the lower face and balancing the jaw and lip harmony. We use cannula injections to meticulously contour and project the chin, soften the chin along the jawline and improve the chin crease.

Implants are still a great option once you are 100% positive that you are ready for a permanent enhancement.​ I suggest getting a consultation with an experienced cosmetic dermatologist and facial sculpting expert; our practice is located right here in Los Angeles. Best, Dr. Emer"