A strong, balanced chin and a defined jawline create the foundation for an attractive, harmonious profile. Whether you feel your chin is too small, your jawline lacks definition, or aging has softened your contours, surgical procedures can help you achieve the look you’ve always wanted.
At VIVE Plastic Surgery, we offer advanced techniques to sculpt, refine, and enhance the lower face with beautiful, natural-looking results. Here’s what you need to know about your options.
1. Chin Augmentation (Genioplasty or Chin Implant)
What it is:
Chin augmentation improves projection and shape by either placing an implant or moving the bone forward.
Types:
✅ Chin Implants:
- Made of biocompatible materials like silicone.
- Inserted through a small incision under the chin or inside the mouth.
- Excellent for patients who want more projection and definition without changing the bone structure.
✅ Sliding Genioplasty:
- The surgeon cuts and repositions part of the chin bone.
- Fixes receding chins, asymmetry, or vertical deficiencies.
Benefits:
- Balances facial proportions, especially in profile.
- Creates a stronger jawline.
- Improves the transition between the chin and neck.
Ideal For:
Patients with a naturally weak or recessed chin or those seeking facial harmony after rhinoplasty.
2. Jawline Contouring Surgery
What it is:
Jawline contouring reshapes the angles and borders of the jaw. Depending on your goals, it can:
- Reduce a wide or square jaw.
- Enhance definition along the mandibular border.
- Correct asymmetry.
- Slim and sculpt the lower face.
Techniques:
Mandibular Angle Reduction:
Removes bone at the angle of the jaw to create a slimmer look.
Mandibular Implants:
Adds volume and definition to the jawline.
V-Line Surgery:
Popular in Asian aesthetics, it combines bone reduction and contouring to create a tapered jaw.
Benefits:
- A more defined and sculpted lower face.
- Improved facial balance.
- Enhanced femininity or masculinity, depending on your goals.
3. Neck Liposuction for Enhanced Definition
Sometimes, a less prominent chin or soft jawline is caused by excess fat under the chin. Neck liposuction is often combined with chin or jaw surgery to:
- Remove submental fat (double chin).
- Sharpen the angle between the jaw and neck.
- Enhance overall definition.
This is a quick procedure with minimal downtime and long-lasting results.
4. Combining Procedures for Maximum Impact
Chin and jawline surgery is often performed alongside other facial procedures for full harmony:
- Rhinoplasty: Balances the nose and chin for an ideal profile.
- Neck lift: Tightens sagging skin around the jawline.
- Facelift: Lifts and smooths the lower face and neck.
Your surgeon will help you create a plan that matches your anatomy and aesthetic goals.
5. What to Expect During Recovery
While specifics vary by procedure, here are general guidelines:
- Swelling and Bruising: Common for the first 1–2 weeks.
- Pain: Usually mild and well-managed with medication.
- Downtime: Plan for 1–2 weeks off work, depending on the extent of surgery.
- Final Results: Visible within 2–3 months as swelling resolves.
Following your surgeon’s aftercare instructions ensures a smooth recovery.
6. Are You a Good Candidate?
You may be an excellent candidate if you:
- Are in good general health.
- Have realistic expectations.
- Are concerned about a recessed chin, weak jawline, or lack of definition.
- Understand the recovery process.
A consultation at VIVE Plastic Surgery includes a full evaluation and personalized recommendations.
Conclusion: A Stronger Profile, Greater Confidence
Your chin and jawline shape the way others perceive your face—and how you feel about yourself. Whether you want a subtle refinement or a dramatic transformation, chin and jawline surgery can help you achieve balance, definition, and renewed self-assurance.
At VIVE Plastic Surgery, our board-certified surgeons are experts in customizing results that enhance your natural beauty and preserve your unique character.
