Who is a good candidate for chin augmentation surgery?

An ideal candidate is an individual with a weak or receding chin, a poorly defined jawline, or mild facial asymmetry. A well-proportioned chin balances the nose and improves the profile. Candidates should have a normal dental bite and be in good health. Dr. Bharathi evaluates your facial skeletal structure and occlusion during consultation to determine if an implant is the best solution.

Where are the incisions placed and what implants are used?

Dr. Bharathi typically places the incision internally inside the mouth along the lower lip line (intraoral approach), leaving no visible external scars. High-quality, biocompatible silicone implants are customized to match your anatomy. The implant is placed directly over the jawbone and secured with sutures, creating a seamless, natural extension of your chin skeletal structure.

What is the difference between a chin implant and dermal fillers?

Chin implants are surgical devices that provide a permanent, structural enhancement to the jawline skeleton. Dermal fillers are non-surgical injections that add temporary volume to the soft tissues of the chin, lasting nine to eighteen months. For patients seeking a long-term, significant correction of a receding chin, a surgical implant is the most cost-effective and structurally superior choice.

What does the recovery timeline look like after chin surgery?

Initial recovery takes about seven to ten days. Some mild swelling, bruising, and a feeling of tightness in the chin are normal and peak at forty-eight hours. A soft diet is recommended for the first few days to protect the internal incision. Sutures inside the mouth dissolve automatically. Most patients return to light desk work and social activities within one week.

What are the potential risks of chin implant surgery?

Possible risks include temporary numbness of the lower lip, implant displacement, asymmetry, infection, or delayed healing. Severe complications are rare. Dr. Bharathi's meticulous surgical planning, sterile technique, and secure implant placement minimize these risks, and she provides detailed oral hygiene instructions to ensure the internal incisions heal cleanly and safely.

Chin Augmentation in Chennai (Chin Implant Surgery)

Chin augmentation at Aesthetic Studio, Chennai, enhances a weak or receding chin to balance your facial profile and jawline. Dr. Bharathi Rajasridhar, MCh Plastic Surgery, performs chin augmentation using high-quality chin implants placed through well-hidden internal incisions inside the mouth. Recovery takes one to two weeks, and results are permanent.

Dr. Bharathi Rajasridhar
MCh (Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery), Madras Medical College · Reviewed June 2026

At The Aesthetic Studio in Chennai, Dr. Bharathi R. offers customized chin augmentation treatments using implants or dermal fillers, designed to improve harmony, enhance your side profile, and boost self-confidence.

What is Chin Augmentation?

Chin augmentation (mentoplasty) is a cosmetic procedure that enhances the size, shape, or projection of the chin using silicone implants or injectable dermal fillers. It can be surgical or non-surgical, depending on the results you're looking for.

Key Benefits of Chin Augmentation

🪞 Improves overall facial symmetry and balance
📸 Makes a more defined jawline and side profile
✨ Enhances confidence by refining facial aesthetics
💉 Available in surgical and non-surgical options
⏱️ Quick recovery and long-lasting results
👃 Often paired with Rhinoplasty for total facial harmony

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Who Is an Ideal Candidate?

You may be a good candidate for chin augmentation if:

Do you have a receding or weak chin
You want a more structured jawline.
You wish to balance facial proportions.
You're in good general health.
You have realistic expectations from the procedure.

Treatment Options Available

1️⃣ Chin Implants (Surgical)

A small incision is made under the chin.
A silicone implant is inserted and positioned.
Local or general anesthesia is used.
Results are permanent and highly natural-looking.

2️⃣ Dermal Fillers (Non-Surgical)

Ideal for subtle enhancements.
Fillers like hyaluronic acid are inserted into the chin area.
Takes only 15–30 minutes.
There is no downtime, and results last 12–18 months.

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What to Expect During the Procedure

Consultation

Dr. Bharathi will assess your facial structure and discuss your goals.

Treatment Planning

We'll recommend fillers or implants based on your needs.

Procedure Day

The treatment is quick and safe under sterile conditions.

Recovery Guidance

Minimal downtime; post-care tips will be provided.

Aesthetic Studio clinic interior, Perungudi, Chennai

Surgical Implant vs Filler: Which Is Right for You?

Feature	Silicone Chin Implant	Dermal Filler
Projection Achievable	Significant: 5 to 12mm	Modest: 2 to 5mm
Permanence	Permanent (implant can be removed if needed)	12 to 18 months, then reabsorbs
Procedure Type	Surgical, general or local anaesthesia	Non-surgical injection
Downtime	7 to 10 days	1 to 2 days swelling
Reversible	Yes, implant removal is straightforward	Yes, can be dissolved with hyaluronidase
Best For	Significant chin deficiency, permanent solution	Mild deficiency, first-time patients, trialling

Chin Augmentation and Rhinoplasty: Why They Are Often Planned Together

Chin projection and nasal profile are assessed together because they define the facial balance in profile view. A nose that looks large in isolation frequently appears more proportionate once the chin is brought into balance. Many patients who seek rhinoplasty benefit from chin assessment as part of the same planning conversation.

Dr. Bharathi photographs and measures facial thirds and profile balance at every facial surgical consultation. She will tell you if chin projection is a contributing factor to the concern you have brought to her and explain the combined versus individual approach.

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Written by Dr. Bharathi Rajasridhar, MS, MCh (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery), Madras Medical College | Lead Surgeon, Aesthetic Studio, Chennai | Last reviewed: May 2026

FAQs – Chin Augmentation

Who is a good candidate for chin augmentation surgery?

An ideal candidate is an individual with a weak or receding chin, a poorly defined jawline, or mild facial asymmetry. A well-proportioned chin balances the nose and improves the profile. Candidates should have a normal dental bite and be in good health. Dr. Bharathi evaluates your facial skeletal structure and occlusion during consultation to determine if an implant is the best solution.
Where are the incisions placed and what implants are used?

Dr. Bharathi typically places the incision internally inside the mouth along the lower lip line (intraoral approach), leaving no visible external scars. High-quality, biocompatible silicone implants are customized to match your anatomy. The implant is placed directly over the jawbone and secured with sutures, creating a seamless, natural extension of your chin skeletal structure.
What is the difference between a chin implant and dermal fillers?

Chin implants are surgical devices that provide a permanent, structural enhancement to the jawline skeleton. Dermal fillers are non-surgical injections that add temporary volume to the soft tissues of the chin, lasting nine to eighteen months. For patients seeking a long-term, significant correction of a receding chin, a surgical implant is the most cost-effective and structurally superior choice.

What does the recovery timeline look like after chin surgery?

Initial recovery takes about seven to ten days. Some mild swelling, bruising, and a feeling of tightness in the chin are normal and peak at forty-eight hours. A soft diet is recommended for the first few days to protect the internal incision. Sutures inside the mouth dissolve automatically. Most patients return to light desk work and social activities within one week.
What are the potential risks of chin implant surgery?

Possible risks include temporary numbness of the lower lip, implant displacement, asymmetry, infection, or delayed healing. Severe complications are rare. Dr. Bharathi's meticulous surgical planning, sterile technique, and secure implant placement minimize these risks, and she provides detailed oral hygiene instructions to ensure the internal incisions heal cleanly and safely.