Would a chin implant improve my profile? What procedure would help with large submandibular glands? (Photos)

Mahalo for your photos. First, your chin point is slightly recessed. A chin implant or filler injection would help the profile here. Next, an off label neurotoxin injection to the unwanted salivary glands may help to reduce those bulges. Seek consultation with board certified plastic surgeons to understand all risks before deciding.

Good morning. If the swelling is indeed a result of the submandibular glands, which tend to descend as we age, you can start with simple Botox injections to shrink the glands. I would definitely follow up with the results of the US, as based on the photos, the swelling is a little more posterior than where the SMG generally lie and usually the SMG should not be very visible until much later in life. The swelling could also be enlargement or hypertrophy of your digastric muscle, so following up with the imaging results would be important to tailor your treatment.

Yes, a chin implant improve your profile and would not make your face look longer. However, it will not necessarily conceal the submandibular glands either.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.