Does a Chin Implant Fix Lip Strain?

 A chin implant is performed  for patients who have a receding chin.  The implant normally gives anterior projection to the chin and jawline but also gives  some added width and vertical height, since it is a three-dimensional implant.  Chin implants do come in a variety of sizes and shapes depending upon what is trying to be accomplished for the patient. The implants are composed of Silastic, are inserted through a submental incision under local anesthesia as an outpatient surgical procedure. Please see our photo gallery  link below for examples of what can be accomplished with a chin implant.

A chin implant will usually make a very nice, noticeable improvement in lower lip contour. The implant supports the lower lip more naturally and makes it roll in and become more vertical, which looks more relaxed and attractive.  If the lower lip looks strained  because it must reach up over a large gap to meet the upper lip, a chin implant will not help as much. In these cases the chin may need to be shortened, or the upper jaw may need to be shortened, to get the lips to come together in a relaxed way.