Toronto Chin Augmentation Surgery

How to get better chin definition

*Chin augmentation is designed to enhance the contour of your chin with an implant or sliding genioplasty (sliding osteotomy).*

*Chin augmentation works by correcting disproportionate facial features. Patients who suffer from an unusually small chin (micogenia), excess chin height, a disproportionate lower jaw (mandible) size (retrognathia or prognathia), or jaw or chin asymmetry are all good candidates for the treatment.*

*Depending on the chin abnormalities and particular goals of the patient, Dr. Fialkov will choose whether to use the sliding genioplasty or implant approach for the surgery. Each technique has its own particular indications and advantages, meaning that the procedure of choice has to be tailored to each individual patient.*

The effects of augmentation mentoplasty are numerous

*The following can be achieved by redefining the prominence of your chin.*

Definition of the facial border

*The chin (and the jawline) is the lowermost feature of the face. Minimal chin projection and a weak contour adversely affect the definition of the lower face, which may blend too much into the neck. By enhancing the chin with an implant or sliding genioplasty, definition of the area is improved.*

A more balanced facial profile

*A more prominent chin can achieve harmony with other features, particularly the nose. All too frequently, patients who are unhappy with the size of their nose choose rhinoplasty as a solution, when in actuality, the prominence of their nose can be “offset” by an enhanced chin. A chin implant or sliding genioplasty creates a pleasing result that satisfies patient expectations. In some cases, a rhinoplasty may be performed as well to optimize facial balance.*

Reverse the effects of aging on the neck and jawline

*While chin augmentation is designed to improve the chin for a more balanced profile, our craniofacial plastic surgeon has found that for some patients, another benefit also exists: it can rejuvenate the neck and jawline.*

*A neck lift or facelift is recommended for addressing tissue laxity in the area of the neck and lower face. This cosmetic surgical procedure repositions and removes excess skin and fat while also tightening lax muscles. The degree of laxity and droop of facial soft tissues is related to aging, sun exposure, smoking and genetics. A major determinant of the extent of this effect as well as of the success of any face or neck lift is the patient’s underlying bone structure, and in the lower face (jawline) and neck area the mandible (chin bone) is that bone. A weak chin will generally result in earlier and more significant lower facial and neck aging. Often patients can undergo genioplasty as an alternative or an adjunct to facelifting to achieve better and more long-lasting results.*

*In recent years, genioplasty has increased in popularity because of its ability to dramatically enhance a patient’s profile, making it more balanced. While younger patients find the treatment beneficial to correct the chin they were born with, other patients undergo the procedure to enhance soft-tissue support and volume lost due to the aging process. However, genioplasty to correct facial aging is only suitable for some patients.*

*Our skilled craniofacial surgeon can use one of two techniques—sliding genioplasty or chin implant placement—to significantly improve your appearance.*

*Results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person*

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*Sliding genioplasty uses your own bone to change the shape of your chin. There are numerous advantages to the procedure versus chin implants. The protrusion and shape of your chin can be changes as opposed to just adding move volume with an implant. Dr. Jeffrey Fialkov explains the surgery and the associated risks.*

*There are many ways to change the size and shape of your chin. Dr. Jeffrey Fialkov explains some of the questions you might have regarding chin augmentation surgery.*

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