Would a chin implant benefit me?

Question

I can't tell if my chin is a little recessed or not. I feel that it stops a little short and affects my appearance. Would I benefit from a chin implant?

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It does appear you have some chin recession, which could be improved with chin augmentation. While fillers are also an option for increasing chin projection, an implant will provide you with the most long-lasting results. I perform chin implant surgery with local anesthesia in most cases. I place incisions either inside the mouth or underneath the chin to minimize visible scarring. Recovery from this procedure is typically 2-4 days. Make sure you work with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon to ensure the best possible result.

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

Your chin appears recessed in the photos and you would have improved  facial balance with a chin implant. In addition, I would recommend simultaneous chin and jawline liposuction. The procedure can be performed in the office with sedation.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, you do appear to have some recession of your chin and this could be addressed with a chin implant or dermal fillers.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

From the limited photographs, it does appear there is a  bit of a recessive chin profile present which a small chin implant can improve.  Chin implants can be placed under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure.  In our practice, we placed them through a small incision underneath the chin.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear JHCV25,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photos, it looks like you would benefit from a chin augmentation. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the question and photos and you would appear to benefit from chin augmentation. So go on some consultations with experts and compare recommendations after a full examination and discussion of desired results and look at photos of similar patients and become fully informed about the desired procedure

Dr Corbin

Dr Corbin

Would a chin implant benefit me?

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