I am looking for a subtle enhancement to my chin to improve my side profile. I feel that I do not need to elongate my jaw but I need some forward projection. The left photo is my current side profile, the middle photo is what I am looking to achieve and the right photo is a bigger enhancement for comparison purposes. Would a chin implant work for my weak chin? What size implant should I get Instead of having a chin implant, can I also achieve the same results through fat grafting to the chin?
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Thank you for your question, although it is difficult to make a complete assessment without seeing you in person. While your profile suggests a possible chin implant, the front view indicates perhaps that is not your best choice. As far as the small bit of submental fat under the chin, you could...
I appreciate your questions and photos. It does appear that you would benefit from augmentation to the chin, which is best performed via customizable chin implants. These biocompatible devices come in different shapes and sizes that allow us to create a proportionate, natural look for every...
The key is to understand that all chin implants cause bone resorption/depressions under the implant due to the pressure of the overlying chin muscle. Implants in the chin are a less ideal approach than a genioplasty for that reason alone. Further bone changes can occur but given it has been done...