How Much Does a Chin Implant Cost?

The average cost of a chin implant is $5,175, but it can range as high as $18,000, according to 799 reviews on RealSelf.

Read on to find out what the total price includes, how it compares to chin fillers, why costs vary, and what you can expect to pay. Then see chin implant costs near you.

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What does the total cost include?

During your initial consultation with a surgeon, they should walk you through their recommended treatment plan before providing an all-in price quote.

Ask for a detailed estimate of all expected fees, including:

• the consultation fee (typically applied to the cost of your procedure)
• any pre-op medical tests
• the surgeon’s fee
• surgical facility fees
• anesthesia fees
• follow-up visits
• pain medication or any other recovery supplies

Even if you don’t see some of these items on your price quote, you’ll still need to factor them into your budget.

How does the cost of an implant compare to chin fillers?

According to reviews on RealSelf, the average cost of chin fillers is $1,272. At first glance, fillers look like a relatively inexpensive alternative to implant surgery. Unfortunately, chin enhancement results from injectable fillers only last up to two years—and sometimes much less, depending on how quickly your body metabolizes the filler.

Fillers can be an especially good option if you’re not sure if you’ll like chin augmentation and want to "try on" the additional volume before you commit to surgery. But if you know you’ll want to maintain your results over time, a chin implant can be more cost-effective effective in the long run.

Is chin implant surgery ever covered by insurance?

Like most cosmetic procedures, getting a chin implant is considered elective plastic surgery. This means it's your choice to get the procedure done, not medically necessary.

There is one exception to this rule: if you’re getting chin augmentation as reconstructive surgery after experiencing facial trauma, your facial plastic surgery may qualify for insurance coverage. Work with your plastic surgeon and insurance provider on the documentation you need to establish a medical need.

If you don't qualify for coverage, talk with your provider about payment plans and the financing options they accept. 

Why do chin implant costs vary so much?

The price of implant-based chin augmentation surgery can vary widely, depending on these factors.

1. Your surgeon’s credentials, level of expertise, and reputation

The more advanced your provider’s qualifications, the more your chin implant procedure is likely to cost. While we all get a thrill paying less for pricey services, we don’t recommend bargain shopping for a surgeon. 

This procedure is considered safe when it’s performed by an expert, but it does come with risks, including post-op implant migration (shifting). Along with the possibility of asymmetry, a wayward implant could cause pain and require a revision procedure, at additional cost to you.

You can minimize your risk of complications by choosing an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon or maxillofacial surgeon who frequently performs facial implant procedures. Their surgeon's fee will be higher than providers with less advanced training, but they should have a better understanding of how to safely reach your aesthetic goals. In some cases, a chin implant may not be your best option to improve a weak chin and sculpt your jawline. 

2. Where your surgery is performed

In most cases, you’ll pay more in a high-rent area of a major metro area with high costs of living than in a less affluent suburb or a smaller town.

Another factor that can affect your cost is how many qualified providers in your area offer the procedure, and how much demand there is for their services.

The type of surgical facility where the procedure is performed will also affect your bill. Chin implant surgeries performed in a hospital operating room will charge significantly higher facility fees than those performed in a medical office or private surgery center.

3. The complexity of your chin augmentation procedure and any add-ons

Everyone’s facial anatomy is different. If your case is complex and technically challenging, it will be more time-consuming and expensive.

In some cases, augmenting the chin area disrupts the overall facial harmony. If this is a concern for you, your surgeon may suggest balancing your facial features with additional procedures. This may involve injectable fillers or additional surgical procedures, such as rhinoplasty, jaw implants, lipo (to reduce a double chin), or even a neck lift, to create a seamless transition between the neck and jawline.

These complementary procedures could dramatically improve your results—and inflate your bill. 

That said, if you think you want more than one procedure there are financial advantages to having them in one operation. Many surgeons discount their fee for add-on procedures, and you’ll save on anesthesia and facility fees by doing it in one go.

RealSelf Tip: Another chin augmentation option is a chin surgery called a sliding genioplasty. This procedure is often a better option than a chin implant for people whose chin bone is set too far back or forward, relative to their other features. This cosmetic surgery cuts and repositions the chin bone, and it’s usually much more expensive than an implant.

4. The type of implant you get

In addition to being available in a variety of shapes and sizes, facial implants come in different materials: Silicone, Gore-Tex, and Medpor. 

While each option has its pros and cons, silicone implants tend to be the least expensive. Discuss your options thoroughly with your provider.

5. The type of anesthesia you get and who administers it

Usually, chin implants are an outpatient procedure performed under twilight anesthesia (local anesthesia with IV sedation), though some surgeons prefer general anesthesia. With either option, the anesthesia provider will need to be present throughout your procedure to monitor your vitals.

The biggest cost factor here is the credentials of your anesthesia provider. Both local anesthesia with twilight sedation and general anesthesia can be administered by either a nurse anesthetist (a CRNA) or an anesthesiologist (an MD).

You'll pay more for the expertise of a doctor, but particularly if you're having general anesthesia or have underlying health conditions, your surgeon may insist on this extra level of safety.

Some plastic surgeons perform chin implant surgery under local anesthesia that they administer themselves (at a much lower cost), combined with an oral sedative and/or anti-anxiety medication. This only blocks the pain in the area they're operating on, while the patient stays completely conscious. If this option is offered to you, think hard about how comfortable you'll feel once the procedure starts. 

You'll also have fees related to the anesthesia supplies. All of this should be included in your estimate.

Chin implant costs in U.S. states

Browse average chin implant costs in U.S. states, according to patient reviews on RealSelf. As of July 2023, Maryland had the cheapest average cost (as reported by patients), while Massachusets was the most expensive. States not currently listed did not have enough data to include.

Chin implant costs in major U.S. metros

Average costs according to patient-reported data. As of July 2023, the cheapest metro area in the U.S. to get a chin implant is Sacramento, while people tend to pay the most in Los Angeles and Boston. Cities not listed did not have enough data to include.