Chin surgery procedures are aimed at reshaping the chin either by enhancement with an implant or reduction surgery on the bone.

• Chin Reduction

  • Chin reduction surgery is a procedure that is used to minimize a prominent or protruding chin. Either inside the mouth or beneath the chin skin, a tiny incision is made, the chin is contoured to the correct form after excess bone is removed.

• Chin Implants 

  • Chin implant surgery is a technique that reshapes or increases the size of the chin. This surgery will produce a more naturally beautiful balance between facial features by increasing the size and contour of the chin. Surgery involves placing an implant around the existing chin bone.

Chin Reduction: A chin reduction can reduce the chin size by performing reduction surgery on the jawbone. The most common goal is to enhance the proportions of the face by improving the aesthetics of the lower jawline and chin. After rhinoplasty, your surgeon may suggest chin reduction surgery to restore the proportions between the nose and chin.

In some cases, a chin reduction may be recommended to change the configuration of the mouth. This is to resolve issues with chewing or how the teeth fit together.

To change the profile of the chin, one may move bone from the chin forward or may remove bone from the jaw to reduce the overall size of the chin.

Chin Implants: A chin implant improves the chin, neck, and jawline contours. The procedure involves placing an implant around a patient’s existing chin bone to increase the size and contour of the chin and establish a more natural-looking balance of facial characteristics. Chin implants can be a long-term solution for a weak or receding chin.

In general, you may be a good chin surgery candidate if:

• You are physically healthy and at a stable weight

• You have realistic expectations

• You are a non-smoker

• You are bothered by the appearance of your chin

• You have a chin that is too short or lack projection

Step One – Anesthesia

Intravenous sedation or general anesthesia will be given during this procedure to keep you comfortable.

Step Two – The Incision

Chin surgeries require a variety of incisions, depending on the surgeon’s preferences and the technique used. Some surgeons work through an incision in the mouth where gum and lower lip meet, whereas others perform the surgery through an incision under the chin.

During a chin reduction, the surgeon will make an incision under the chin or inside the mouth. Excess tissue and bone will be removed, and the tip of the chin is secured with metal wires ad plates. An implant may then be used to smooth the contours of the chin.

During a chin implant surgery, the surgeon will make an incision under the chin or inside the mouth. The surgeon will then create a space where the implant can be inserted. The implant will be gently inserted through the incision using a sterilized clamp and be positioned at the front of the jawbone.

Step Three – Closing the incisions

The skin incisions are closed using sutures, skin adhesives, or tapes.

Step Four – See the results

The results will be immediate for both chin reduction and chin implant surgery, but there will be significant swelling.

The surgeon will normally apply a dressing to the wound right after surgery that will stay on for two to three days. Tenderness will occur, and the surgeon will prescribe prescription painkillers to help with post-operative discomfort.

Depending on the complexity of your surgery and the technique used, chin surgery, whether it is a chin reduction or chin implant surgery, usually takes from one to three hours to complete.

Gauze dressings or bandages may be put on your incisions after your chin surgery. An elastic bandage or compression garment may be used to help to reduce swelling and support the chin. Alternatively, you may be without any bandages or dressings. You may be put on a liquid diet and/or given specific mouth rinses if you have a chin implant inserted through an incision within your mouth.

Chewing will most likely be restricted immediately after chin surgery, and the patient may need to stick to a liquid and soft food diet for a few days. After surgery, most patients experience a stretched, tight sensation, which normally goes away after a week.

The majority of the swelling will be gone after six weeks, and the patient will be able to see the results of the procedure. For the first several weeks after surgery, the surgeon may advise you to avoid strenuous activities. After around ten days, normal activities can be resumed.

The results of chin implant surgery are considered permanent as the silicone used in the implant will not be broken down over time. Chin reduction surgery is also considered a permanent procedure as excess tissue and bone are removed.

The cost of chin implant surgery in Canada can range between $3,500-$4,500+ depending on the size of the implant. The cost of chin reduction surgery in Canada can range between $2,000-$4,500 depending on the surgeon and the scope of the surgery.

As with any surgery, there are risks associated with chin surgery. The possible risks of chin surgery include:

• Bleeding

• Asymmetry

• Chin implant placement (chin implant surgery)

• Fluid accumulation

• Infection

• Changes to skin sensations

• Poor healing of incisions

• Anesthesia risks

• Skin discoloration and/or loss

• Lumpiness

46/50 people who underwent chin reduction surgery rated the procedure “Worth It” (92%)

317/365 people who underwent chin implant surgery rated the procedure “Worth It” (87%)

– Source: Realself.com