Chin implants are the only permanent facial implants that I recommend. These implants are composed of solid silicone rubber (I get mine from a company called Implantech) and are inserted either through an incision under the chin or via the inside of the mouth. The implant sits like a “hand in a glove” in a pocket that lies between the bone of the chin and the overlying bony covering called the periosteum.
These implants usually don’t need to be replaced (unlike breast implants), but they can have other long-term consequences, namely reabsorption of the bone underneath them. Because of that, and the wide array of long-lasting injectable fillers now available to us, chin implants are losing favor with some doctors.
However, if you have a small chin which detracts from the harmony of your face, and you are interested in a permanent result, then a chin augmentation with a solid silicone implant just might be a reasonable procedure for you.
Chin Enhancement
Chin augmentation can change the shape of the chin to extend the chin from the face. The contour of the chin can be reshaped to be smoother or more angular in appearance. Dr. Youn performs this procedure using either the patient’s own fat or a small implant placed through the mouth with no external scars. Chin augmentation can be tailored to create a more balanced yet feminine look in females, and a stronger, more masculine appearance in males. Swelling is usually minimal, and most patients can return to work within a few days.
Chin Augmentation- Before
