Would a chin implant help elongate my round face? (photos)

Thank you for your question. Most likely what you're looking for is increased width and projection at the chin. This can be accomplished with filler or through placement of an implant. Implants come in different shapes and sizes as well, so a look could be tailored. All the best. -Dr. P

Based on your photos, I would not recommend doing anything to your jawline. Your chin and jaw have good projection. I also do not see any excess skin under your chin that I would remove.

I think that you are a better candidate for a genioplasty than a chin implant. With the amount of recession that you exhibit, the chin implant will make your chin appear wider. The genioplasty position is different than the traditional jaw surgery and does not require braces or a hospital...

I would agree with your assessment. The problem with implants is that the shape is not your natural bone shape. Ideally you remove the implant and have a genioplasty which will lead to a more narrow tapered balance.

It appears that you have a short chin and deep mentolabial fold. The chin projection can be reduced and vertically lengthened to provide improved facial balance. The procedure is called a genioplasty and the incision is inside the mouth.

If you are happy with your appearance and can eat everything then no surgery is required. If you have trouble chewing food double jaw surgery may be indicated. If your concern is only aesthetic, chin surgery would be indicated. If appears that you have lower lip incompetence so the chin surgery...