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Do you ever look at yourself in the mirror or in photographs and feel as if your face is out of proportion? If so, it may be because your chin is too small compared to the rest of your face. Augmenting your chin, either with a temporary material such as filler or a longer-lasting option like a silicone implant, can be a quick, easy way to bring balance to your face, a procedure offered at Sieber Plastic Surgery.
Dr. David Sieber has done extensive training in both injectables and the latest surgical devices. He also has a deep understanding of anatomy and how changing one element of the face can completely re-proportion your entire facial contour.
Chin augmentation surgery is commonly performed as a part of facial rejuvenation and in conjunction with a facelift, neck lift, upper and/or lower blepharoplasty or rhinoplasty surgery.
Chin augmentation, also known as genioplasty or mentoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to enhance the appearance of the chin. It involves reshaping or augmenting the chin to achieve better facial balance and harmony. Chin augmentation can be performed using different techniques, depending on the desired outcome and the individual’s specific needs.
Chin augmentation surgery is performed as an outpatient surgery. If Dr. Sieber is using fillers, he will discuss the ideal filler for your needs during your initial consultation. During your chin augmentation with filler, the area will be numbed with a numbing agent and ice. Then, Dr. Sieber will inject the appropriate filler into the area with a very fine needle. If Dr. Sieber is using an implant, he will place a small incision underneath your chin through which he’ll position the silicone implant for optimal results.
There are no drains or special bandages, but after surgery, you can expect some discomfort and swelling around your chin. This will begin to subside within 24-48 hours. You may experience temporary numbness in your lower lip as the nerves are stretched during surgery, but this will improve with time.*
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Focusing on cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body, San Francisco Plastic Surgeon Dr. David Sieber is a board-certified plastic surgeons in the San Francisco Bay Area with specialized fellowship training in cosmetic surgery. He has completed further training in the latest non-surgical procedures including dermal fillers, botulinum toxins, and laser skin rejuvenation.
As with any major surgery, all medications and supplements which cause an increased risk of bleeding should be stopped 2 weeks prior to surgery. Please see our list of medications and supplements to avoid. As always, make sure to check with your doctor before stopping any medications.
This is a tricky question. Dr. Sieber can certainly put fillers in your chin to “test out” whether or not a chin augmentation is for you. These will last for about 12 months.* However, it’s best to have chin augmentation surgery when there are no fillers in the area. Dr. Sieber will discuss the best option for you and why during your initial consultation.
The silicone implants used for chin augmentation are like the silicone implants used in breast augmentation surgery, but they are made of a firmer silicone. Once placed in the body, chin implants should be able to remain there without needing to be replaced.*
The chin implant should not move after the surgery. Dr. Sieber will use a suture to secure the implant to make sure it is in the middle of your chin at the time of surgery. Over time your body will form a capsule around the implant to keep it in the proper position.*
To find out more about a chin augmentation surgery with San Francisco Plastic Surgeon Dr. David Sieber, call us today at 415-915-9000.
*Disclaimer: Results may vary from person to person. Editorial content, before and after images, and patient testimonials do not constitute a guarantee of specific results.
