Chin Implant

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A chin implant, also known as chin augmentation or mentoplasty, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that enhances the shape, size, or projection of the chin using a synthetic implant. It’s commonly performed to improve facial harmony, jawline definition, or correct a weak/receding chin.

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Purpose of a Chin Implant

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• Improve facial balance, especially in relation to the nose and jaw
• Strengthen a weak or recessed chin
• Enhance the jawline and neck contour
• Complement other facial procedures (e.g. rhinoplasty or facelift)

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How the Procedure Works

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• Typically done under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia
• A small incision is made:
  • Under the chin (submental approach), or
  • Inside the mouth (intraoral approach)
• A custom-shaped silicone or porous implant is placed over the chin bone
• The incision is closed, and the chin is bandaged

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Benefits

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• Immediate and permanent improvement
• Enhances profile and jaw definition
• Often combined with rhinoplasty for ideal facial proportions
• Subtle yet powerful changes to appearance

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What are the risks?

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• If you require a general anaesthetic, there is a small risk of chest infection,
especially among smokers.
• There is a small risk that part or all of lip may be permanently numb and there is an
equally small risk of some weakness in one or more muscles around the mouth.
• Occasionally, the pressure of an implant can thin the underlying bone and, if roots
of teeth are nearby, they may be weakened.
• Sometimes an implant can slip out of place and require a further operation to
reposition it.
• Occasionally, these operations are complicated by infection which shows up as
painful, red swelling and it may be necessary to remove an implant in order to clear
it up. Should this be necessary the implant can usually be replaced once the
infection has cleared.

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