24, what do you recommend for a stronger chin/jawline? Chin implant? Chin lipo? (Photos)

Question

I am almost 25 years old and have a recessed chin and weak side profile - would i be a good candidate for a chin implant? Would chin lip be recommended as well? Are there any procedures that would need to be done on the angle of the jaw?

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. You may benefit from a combination of facial liposuction and a chin implant to create a more defined jawline contour. Liposuction removes excess fat to achieve a more sculpted appearance, while a chin implant can further define your jawline for a striking, natural-looking profile.

I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon. They will be able to evaluate your concerns and determine the best combination of treatments for you.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

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. 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. I would suggest getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

I am excited for you!  A chin implant with neck liposuction, or a deep neck lift, will give you a wonderful appearance and I'm sure will help you feel so good about how you look. These procedures can be done together, likely in the office (though a deep neck lift requires about an hour in the OR). Watch our videso to learn more.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Providing that you have no major issue with your bite, augmentation of the chin by means of genioplasty or chin implant, should be considered. You will also need anterior neck lift (incision placed underneath the chin, same as for chin implant) which will provide better neck, jawline contour. In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon, expert in facial rejuvenation and implants, is recommended. Good luck.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

From the photographs presented, you have a recessive mandible, and fat deposits in your neck located both above and below the platysma muscle in your neck. Placement of a chin implant will augment your mandible bone forward and give you a small amount of width as well. A neck lift procedure is going to be required to remove both compartments of fat in your neck which also includes a platysma plasty to significantly improve the jawline. No skin removal is required. This can usually be performed with three small access incisions. Liposuction won't be very effective in your neck because most of the fat that you have is below the platysma muscle

Gerald Wittenberg, MSc, DMD (retired) · Answer

Your lower jaw is underdeveloped genetically. If you do not want a bite change, a genioplasty along with jawline augmentation would significantly improve the facial balance. An implant is not a good option for your situation.

24, what do you recommend for a stronger chin/jawline? Chin implant? Chin lipo? (Photos)

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