Would a chin implant give me more facial symmetry and balance? (Photo)

Hello and thank you for your question. A formal evaluation would be needed to determine the best treatment.

For a more defined jawline to strengthen your profile (and help prevent the dreaded jawline "jowl" sagging), we use injectable fillers like Revanesse Versa - a filler known to limit swelling and give subtle, soft enhancements - or Radiesse. We use this and/or other injectable fillers like Voluma, BellaFill, and Sculptra- these are injected into the areas of concern to improve the overall appearance of the lower face, give better definition to the jawline, and provide overall balance and harmony to the jaw, and the rest of the face. Using a cannula to limit pain and swelling, we inject on the bone in strategic points to get more lift and shaping, resulting in a more contoured lower face and defined, structured jawline (and rest of the face).

I suggest getting a consultation with an experienced cosmetic dermatologist and facial sculpting expert, or an aesthetic facial plastic surgeon like Dr. Donald Groves; we are both located right here in Los Angeles.

Best,
Dr. Emer

Hi blackmusclecar. It looks to me like you possibly have upper eyelid ptosis on that side, giving you that "sleepy" appearance look. This is something that can be corrected with ptosis/eyelid surgery. For the bottom half of your face, it does seem like from profile view that you could handle a chin implant (I would guess at least medium-large), which will help add some definition, but the other fullness I see of your lower face also seems like it could be stemming from the buccal fat region and/or lack of midface volume. Addressing these may also help, depending on your exam in person.

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Shah Facial Plastics. This is a great question. Based on your concerns, there are several options available including surgical, as well as, nonsurgical with the use of dermal filler injectables. I highly recommend scheduling an in-person consultation in order to better assess your areas of concern and discuss an appropriate treatment plan to help achieve your aesthetic goals. Our office phone number is: (312) 944-0117. I hope this helps and best of luck!

The chin implant will improve your lateral view as well as a rhinoplasty will help with the contour deformity of the dorsum of the nose. I recommend a rhinoplasty and chin implant be done at the same time.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Yes, indeed, a chin implant would give you better facial balance, and proportions, from mostly the side profile, but some frontal improvement as well. Chin implants can be placed under local anesthesia through a small incision underneath the chin which takes about 30 minutes.

Chin augmentation seems like a reasonable plan. If you want to strengthen your jawline, create a stronger and more masculine appearance..
Chin augmentation can be done, using fillers, implants, or a sliding genioplasty.
All three treatment options have advantages and disadvantages. Fillers may be a good option to see if you like the overall look since it’s temporary. The result of fillers and using a silicone implant will be slightly different, but you should get a general idea. In many ways, fillers are ideal except their lack of permanence.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD