A chin implant usually takes 45 minutes to an hour and a half, performed under local anesthesia with sedation or under general anesthesia. Incisions are made either inside the mouth or discreetly under the chin. Patients may experience mild discomfort for three to five days, and swelling can last for several weeks. Results are noticeable immediately, with the final contour becoming clear as swelling subsides over one to three months.Most chin implant procedures are outpatient. Stitches are typically removed within a week, and many patients return to work within five to seven days.
Chin Implant / Genioplasty
What Is a Chin Implant?
A chin implant, medically known as mentoplasty, is a surgical procedure that enhances the size and projection of your chin using a biocompatible implant. The procedure creates better facial balance and proportion by augmenting a weak or recessed chin. Chin implants improve your profile, strengthen your jawline, and create more harmonious facial proportions between your chin, nose, and other features.
Ready to explore your options?
Find your matchGet matched with board-certified surgeons
Access transparent pricing
No guesswork, just results
Chin Implant / Genioplasty Common Questions
Verify board certification through the American Board of Plastic Surgery and look for surgeons performing 30+ chin implant procedures annually. Review before-and-after photos focusing on facial balance and profile improvement. Read patient reviews and schedule consultations. Ask about facial contouring experience and complication rates. AestheticMatch connects you with pre-vetted specialists.