Will a Small Chin Implant Be Very Noticeable? (photo)

Small chin implants are usually not very noticeable to family and friends of a patient.  A large chin implant is much more noticeable.  Most people do not even notice that a small chin implant has been placed.  A beard or goatee is also an excellent camouflage for the first couple of months after the surgery until full healing has occurred.

Hey Thathoustonguy,

First off, Hook'em Horns!  We've got a bowl game coming up.  Now, with that out of the way.

Generally less is more.  Your profile would be improved significantly with a small to medium chin implant.  The small is larger than you think.  If you're thinking of not having one at all. . .would the beard work?. .. .etc, then definitely go with the small.  I think you'd be pleased.  It'll balance your nose and face very nicely.

People will notice the smaller implant. . .but then they won't and that's the idea.  They'll say, "Hey, you look a little different, you look good."  Not, "what'd you do to your face."  

Go small but pick the right shape.  Your chin has good height, it just needs projection so you want an implant that is not too pointed.

Best of luck

Chase Lay, MD

Texas Native