Can Chin Implant Changes Face Length? (photo)

Specifically, chin implants cannot lengthen the face. Osteotomies and orthgnathic surgery is necessary for that. However, overall improvement in facial profile and balance can be achived with a chin implant.

Chin implant surgery augmentations the chin in three dimensions: length, width, and projection.  We use silastic implants that do not require suture fixation into the bone.  The implant is inserted through a small ½ inch submental incision and placed directly over the bone.  It does add facial length since the angle of the mandible is pointed downward.  The implants come in multiple sizes, including small, medium, large, and extra large and a variety of shapes depending upon the manufacturer.  They can also be custom carved when necessary.  The chin implant surgery is performed under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure and takes less than an hour to perform.

A chin implant can increase the projection of the chin so that your chin appears more forward on profile/side view.  The length of the face can be lengthened but by a different procedure.  Please consult with a board certified specialist who can assist you in achieving the results you seek.