Good candidate for chin implant? (Photo)

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

Based on the photos, you seem to be a suitable candidate for a chin implant. However, I typically prefer to make decisions after a one-on-one physical examination with my patients. Chin augmentation can be a good option for those seeking noticeable improvement in the chin area. With a chin implant, we can create a more contoured appearance, and the choice of implant needs to result in a feminine appearance. If you've tried fillers before and didn't achieve the desired results, surgical chin augmentation may be more effective for you.

In the single photo, it appears that you are a candidate for chin augmentation. Permanent treatment options include a chin implant or sliding genioplasty. Both procedures have advantages and disadvantages. In general, with larger advancements, I believe that a sliding genioplasty gets a better result. In some cases, I recommend simultaneous jawline and submental liposuction.