Chin Implants and Augmentation

Chin augmentation, or mentoplasty, is a procedure that seeks to refine the structure of the chin, ensuring it complements other facial features.

Surgical Chin Augmentation

Surgical chin augmentation involves: using either your fatty tissue or placing a tailor-made implant over the chin bone. This surgical option is ideal for those seeking:

• A permanent solution.
• Significant alterations to their chin structure.
• Non-Surgical Chin Augmentation

There will be no scar for surgical chin augmentation using your fatty tissue. On the other hand, if you have implant surgery, the scar will be 3-4cm long under the chin or unseen inside the mouth.

To determine which treatment you need, book a consultation now with your plastic surgeon, Dr Barnouti MBBS, FRACS (Plas).

Non-surgical chin augmentation is an ideal choice for those wary of surgery or looking for temporary modifications.

Soft touch treatment: using injectable fillers, hyaluronic acid and/or collagen injected with a fine needle

This method involves:

• Use of dermal fillers to provide volume and shape.
• Minimal recovery time with instant results.

The results usually last 3 to 12 months, when an additional injection is required. After several treatments, the results begin to last longer.

This treatment is provided on the same day as the consultation in the office.

Procedure Insights

The surgical procedure entails positioning a bespoke implant onto the existing chin bone to attain the desired contour and projection. The non-surgical option involves strategic injections to enhance the chin’s appearance.

Recovery and Aftercare

After the surgical procedure, it’s common for patients to experience some swelling and slight discomfort. Typically, these fade within a week, allowing one to continue their routine. Adhering to post-operative instructions is paramount for optimal recovery and results. For the non-surgical route, patients might observe minimal redness or swelling at the injection site, but these resolve swiftly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the effect of chin implants permanent?
While chin implants are designed for longevity, future modifications can be considered if desired.

Are there potential risks with chin augmentation?
Plastic surgery, like any surgical procedure, carries inherent risks and potential complications. We ensure our patients are well-informed about these risks and the precautions we take.

Please read our Risks and Complications of Plastic Surgery page.

For further information or to schedule a consultation, kindly get in touch with us

Planning your treatment (Surgical and non-surgical soft-touch treatment)

The Consultation

Dr Barnouti of Sydney Plastic Surgery provides you with a range of options to suit your individual needs:

Surgical procedure

Using either your own fatty tissue or an implant creates long-lasting refinement to the areas of your lower face and jaw. The procedure is usually performed under general anaesthesia or local anaesthetic with some sedation. It is done in a day surgery setting, takes about 45 minutes, and produces a permanent result.

For surgical chin augmentation using your fatty tissue, there will be no scar. On the other hand, if you had an implant surgery, then the scar will be 3-4cm long under the chin or inside the mouth.

Soft touch treatment

Dr Barnouti performs these procedures himself rather than having his staff provide these services. Despite the extra time it takes, the surgeon feels that his in-depth knowledge of facial anatomy, gained from his surgical experience, allows for more refined injection techniques. The key to the injections is achieving a balance between your upper and lower lips while maintaining the appearance of natural fullness.

The results usually last 3 to 12 months, when an additional injection is required. After several treatments, the results begin to last longer.

This treatment is provided on the same day of the consultation in the office.

After the Surgery

You will go home the same day.

We will advise you not to have warm fluids or hot meals for 24 hours.

Swelling lasts 1-2 weeks. You can reduce swelling through constant head elevation.

The sutures are dissolvable and require no removal.

Getting you back to work and normal activities after chin implants

You will require rest for 1-2 days followed by light duties for 5 days

Back to normal activities in one week.