Chin Implant Surgery

Chin Implant Surgery: Facial aesthetics delivers successful results not with interventions focused on a single area, but with approaches based on proportion and symmetry where the entire face is treated as a whole. In particular, the chin area forms the lower third of the face and plays a decisive role in the general profile appearance. When the chin is small, recessed, or has insufficient projection, it makes the lower structure of the face appear weak, causing the nose to look larger, the neck thicker, and even the face to be perceived as asymmetrical. One of the most effective methods applied to address such aesthetic and functional problems is chin implant surgery.

ENT Specialist Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen, who serves in his own clinic in Istanbul, evaluates the lower structure of the face with scientific aesthetic principles in chin implant surgeries, achieving natural, balanced results that harmonize with other facial features.

In this article, we will comprehensively discuss all details such as what chin implant surgery is, who it is suitable for, how it is performed, the recovery process, risks, frequently asked questions, and results in paragraphs.

What is Chin Implant Surgery?

Chin implant surgery (mentoplasty or genioplasty) is a surgical procedure performed to make the chin more prominent or to aesthetically reshape it. This procedure is generally applied to individuals who have a small chin bone structure, an indistinct jawline, or disproportionate profile appearance.

Chin implants are usually made from biocompatible materials such as medical silicone or polyethylene. By placing this implant on the chin tip through surgery, volume increase in the lower part of the face and a stronger profile are obtained.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen considers both aesthetic and functional needs in chin implant applications, taking into account ideal angles and proportions specific to the individual’s face. The size, shape, and placement of the implant are selected according to these analyses.

Who is Chin Implant Surgery Suitable For?

Chin implant surgery is an ideal option for many individuals who feel a proportional imbalance in their face or want to have a more prominent jawline. Suitable candidates for the procedure are:

• Individuals with a recessed chin tip
• People with a weak lower face and indistinct jawline
• Patients who have undergone rhinoplasty and experience imbalance in profile ratio
• Individuals with upper-middle-lower ratio incompatibility in facial symmetry
• Aesthetic patients who want their chin to appear stronger and more characteristic
• Individuals with good general health and no contraindications for surgery

Chin implant surgery can be applied not only for aesthetic concerns but also in some cases due to trauma, congenital deformities, or jaw development disorders. Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen meticulously analyzes the entire structure of the face—especially the angles of the nose, lips, chin, and neck area—when planning chin implant surgery.

How is Chin Implant Surgery Performed?

Chin implant surgery is generally performed under local anesthesia and sedation or with general anesthesia. The procedure takes between 45 minutes and 1.5 hours on average and is performed with incisions made from inside the mouth or under the chin according to the patient’s needs.

Surgery Stages:

Surgical Entry:

An incision is usually made from the inside of the lower lip, i.e., inside the mouth, to reach the area where the implant will be placed. This way, no external scar remains. In some cases, an incision can also be made under the chin.

Placement of the Implant:

The chin implant made of biocompatible material is placed in the appropriate space created to be fixed to the bone surface. The shape and size of the implant have been predetermined according to facial proportions.

Fixation:

The implant is usually positioned to fit tightly to the tissue. If necessary, fixation can be done with microscrews. This fixation prevents the implant from displacing or sliding.

Closure:

The incision site is closed with sutures. In applications made from inside the mouth, aesthetic, self-dissolving sutures are used.

After surgery, the jawline becomes more prominent, the chin-profile ratio is balanced, and the lower part of the face attains a more aesthetic form.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen ensures that his patients achieve a natural and balanced jawline by making the most appropriate implant selection with computerized simulation and facial ratio analyses in surgical planning.

Recovery Process After Chin Implant Surgery

The recovery process after chin implant surgery is generally comfortable, and the return to social life is quick. However, proper management of this process is important for the permanence of the result obtained.

First Week:

• Mild to moderate swelling and sensitivity may occur. Cold compress application reduces swelling.
• It is recommended to eat liquid-soft foods for the first few days.
• If an incision has been made from inside the mouth, attention to oral hygiene and use of antiseptic gargles are necessary.

Second Week:

• Swelling significantly decreases.
• Sutures (if any) are removed or dissolving sutures begin to fall out.
• Return to daily activities and social life is possible.

3-6 Weeks:

• This is the period when the implant fully settles and the chin contour begins to set.
• It is recommended to avoid heavy sports and physical activities.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen provides each patient with a personalized recovery guide and follows the process with regular check-ups. This minimizes unwanted complications and guarantees the permanence of the results.

Risks and Complications of Chin Implant Surgery

Like any surgical procedure, chin implant surgery may also involve some rare risks. However, these risks are minimized with correct planning by an experienced surgeon and careful follow-up after surgery.

Possible Risks:

Infection: It can generally develop due to oral flora in surgeries performed from inside the mouth. It can be controlled with antibiotic treatment.

Swelling and bruising: May be seen in the first days, passes in a short time.

Displacement of the implant: Rarely seen in implants that are not properly fixed.

Asymmetry: Slight asymmetries in the jawline may occur if the implant is not placed correctly. This situation can be reduced to almost zero depending on the surgeon’s experience.

Nerve damage: Temporary loss of sensation related to nerves located in the lower jaw area may occur, but usually resolves within 1-2 weeks.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen shares all risks with his patients before surgery, performs detailed facial analyses, and minimizes complication risks by managing the surgical process with scientific criteria.

Does the chin implant last a lifetime?

Yes. Since the implants used are made of biocompatible and durable materials, they are permanent for life. The risk of rejection by the body is minimal.

Does it leave a scar?

No external scar remains in procedures performed from inside the mouth. If an incision has been made under the chin, the scar is hidden in hairless areas or natural folds and fades over time.

Is it a painful procedure?

No pain is felt during the procedure. Mild to moderate pain may be experienced afterward, but it is easily controlled with prescribed painkillers.

Can the presence of the implant be felt?

No. Since the implant fits anatomically to the chin bone, it feels like a part of the body within a few weeks.

Does the chin implant affect the appearance of the nose?

Yes. Increasing the chin tip projection makes the nose appear smaller and more balanced than it actually is. Therefore, combining it with rhinoplasty in some patients gives better aesthetic results.

Chin implant surgery is a permanent surgical procedure that adds volume to the lower third of the face, balances facial proportions, creates a strong profile appearance, and positively affects aesthetic perception. This operation, performed in the hands of an experienced surgeon with the right patient selection and proportional analysis of the face, offers natural, balanced, and long-lasting results.

ENT Specialist Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen, who serves in his own clinic in Istanbul, offers not only physical but also psychologically satisfying aesthetic solutions by planning chin implant surgeries in harmony with other facial structures.

If you also want to achieve a more prominent and balanced lower contour appearance on your face, you can contact Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen to arrange an appointment for detailed examination and treatment planning.