Chin augmentation or genioplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to enhance the size, shape and projection of the chin. It helps improve facial balance, strengthen the jawline and create a more harmonious profile. Chin augmentation can be performed using implants or, in some cases, by repositioning the patient’s own bone or fat.

Chin augmentation can:

• Enhance a weak or receding chin
• Improve facial balance and proportion with the nose and jawline
• Create a stronger, more defined jawline
• Correct asymmetry of the chin
• Improve overall facial profile and aesthetics

You may be a good candidate for chin augmentation if you:

• Are in good general health and do not smoke
• Have realistic expectations about what surgery can achieve
• Feel your chin is under-projected, weak, or out of proportion with other facial features
• Desire improved facial balance and a more defined profile
• Are prepared to follow post-operative care and recovery instructions

Chin augmentation can be performed under local anaesthesia with sedation or general anaesthesia.

For implant-based augmentation, a small incision is made either under the chin or inside the mouth to insert a biocompatible implant.

In bone-based genioplasty, the surgeon reshapes or repositions the chin bone to achieve the desired projection.

The procedure generally takes 1–2 hours and can be combined with other facial procedures, such as rhinoplasty or facelift, to optimize overall balance.

Possible risks include:

• Swelling, bruising, or temporary discomfort
• Infection or bleeding
• Numbness or altered sensation in the chin area
• Implant shifting or asymmetry
• Rare complications related to anaesthesia or bone healing
• Rare complications such as skin laxity if too much fat is removed

Choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon ensures safe placement, precise shaping, and natural-looking results.

• First week: Swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are common. Pain is usually manageable with medication.
• Week 2: Most swelling and bruising begin to resolve; patients can return to work and light activities.
• Weeks 3–4: The chin shape becomes more defined as residual swelling decreases.
• Months 2–3: Final results emerge with a balanced, harmonious profile and well-set implant or bone position.

Chin augmentation is an effective procedure to enhance chin projection, improve facial balance, and create a more defined jawline. Whether performed with implants or bone repositioning, it provides long-lasting, natural-looking results. When combined with other facial procedures such as rhinoplasty or facelift, chin augmentation can achieve complete facial harmony and proportion.