Chin Augmentation

Chin Augmentation is a common procedure which brings balance to the facial structure by way of correcting a weak chin due to congenital deficiency, age-related bone resorption or facial trauma. This procedure can be as simple as injecting a temporary soft tissue augmentation filler to implanting a silicone or Porex chin implant, to having a genioplasty.

A weak chin can also make a normal nose appear large and an already prominent nose seem even larger. It may also give the appearance of a 'fleshy' neck. On the other hand, a too prominent chin may give the appearance of having too small of a nose or otherwise throwing the face off balance. The end result should be a balanced relationship within the structure of the face.

It also may be that the face needs Mandibular (jaw) augmentation or Malar (cheek) augmentation to balance out the features either in addition to chin augmentation. It is very common to have chin augmentation in conjunction with rhinoplasty, as well. Our surgeons will help determine your needs by examining your facial structure.