19 year old female, weak chin: would a chin implant help? (photos)

Thank you for your question and photos. The appearance of a weak chin can be improved through nonsurgical augmentation or the insertion of a chin implant. Nonsurgical augmentation uses a combination of dermal fillers and collagen stimulators to add volume to the chin and create a stronger jawline.
A custom-fit chin implant can also improve the appearance of a weak chin and side profile while balancing the facial proportions. Injectable treatment can last for up to 18 months or more, while chin implants are permanent unless they are removed at a later time. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon or injector who can assess your concerns and suggest the best course of action.

It sounds like you are a good candidate for a genioplasty. This is a permanent procedure that allows us to pretty much put your chin in whatever position you like. It would add length to your jawline, projection to your chin and help to balance out your profile. I recommend it over an implant for several reasons, but I suggest you do some research into what a genioplasty is!

Dear Versatile748902,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photos, it looks like you would benefit from chin augmentation. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you 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

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

Yes, a chin implant may be perfect for you. It can be done right in the office in just a few minutes and you can walk right out.
A sliding genioplasty is another way to go, but requires you to go to the operating room.

The photographs demonstrate a recessive chin profile for which a chin implant can certainly improve the projection of your chin. In our practice, we use Implantech brand of solid silicone chin implants for over 25 year on success rate. We place the implant through a submental incision under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure which takes approximately 30 minutes. For our current price list, please see the link to our website

Based on your pictures you look like you would benefit from a chin implant or sliding genioplasty. I suggest having a few consultations with local oral surgeons and board-certified plastic surgeons to get a more accurate assessment and better understanding of the two procedure options.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD