What's a better procedure to correct weak chin, chin implant, genioplasty, or something else?

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I'm comfortable with the way I look from the front but have always hated my side profile. I used to think it was my nose but my botox injector pointed out that it's probably my weak chin. What's a better procedure to correct this, chin implant, genioplasty, or something else?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Since you appear to have a somewhat recessive gene appearance, chin implant surgery may be considered. I believe this is a better alternative to Genio plasty since the results may be more accurate, and if you don't like your chin implant, they are most easy to remove. Wishing you well moving forward. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. A formal evaluation would be needed to determine the best treatment. There are both surgical and non-surgical options to correct this.

We can place a chin implant, which is a quick surgical procedure. Many of my patients try to avoid surgery, however, so for those patients, we also offer non-surgical chin augmentation with injectable fillers. Fillers like Radiesse, Voluma, BellaFill, and Sculptra are injected into the area to improve the overall appearance of the lower face and balance 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 a great option once you are ready for permanent chin enhancement.​ 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

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

There is not really a better procedure but which procedure is best for you. I prefer genioplasty for patients with a recessive chin greater than 6 mm and a chin implant works well for less than 6 mm. You would likely get a great result with a small chin implant. There are some patients who prefer a more natural approach and choose a genioplasty rather than the implant. I perform both procedures in the office with sedation anesthesia and the recovery is 3-5 days with no change to your bite or ability to eat.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

A chin implant is the easiest to perform, can be done intra-orally, takes about 1 hour to perform under general anesthesia and cost $4,000.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

Based on your photo you are a great candidate for a chin implant.  Nothing too drastic but enough to give you a better profile and better jawline.

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