The lower part of your face plays a critical role in the balance of your profile and the strength of your expression. A recessed or underdefined jawline can impact both your appearance and self-confidence. If you dream of a “more defined, stronger, and harmonious jawline,” Chin Implant Surgery (Genioplasty) may be just for you! Rather than settling for non-surgical or temporary methods, if you’re seeking a permanent, aesthetic, and functional transformation, this procedure — performed by our experienced plastic surgeons in Istanbul using advanced implant technologies — will help you achieve facial golden ratio perfection.

What Is Chin Implant Surgery?

Chin implant surgery is a surgical procedure in which a medical-grade implant is placed on the front lower part of your jawbone to enhance your chin’s definition from both the front and profile views.

  • Goals:
    • Enhance a recessed or narrow jawline
    • Balance the facial oval and improve lower-face harmony
    • Elevate a drooping chin tip and achieve a younger, more dynamic look
  • Material: Body-compatible implants such as medical-grade silicone, PEEK, or MedPor
  • Duration: Approximately 60–90 minutes; general anesthesia or local + sedation
  • Permanent Result: The final contour appears within 1–2 weeks, and the implant maintains its shape for a lifetime

Why Choose Chin Implant Surgery?

  • Permanent Contour and Symmetry: Offers unmatched longevity and excellent chin shape compared to non-surgical methods.
  • Golden Ratio Balance: Perfectly aligns the lower–middle–upper thirds of the face.
  • Strong Profile Effect: A more pronounced chin reduces the appearance of a double chin and elongates the neckline.
  • Minimal Scarring and Quick Recovery: Small incisions made inside the mouth or under the chin leave no visible scars and allow for fast return to daily life.
  • Functional Comfort: A properly placed implant does not interfere with speech or chewing.
  • Customized Planning: 3D simulations and measurements help determine implant thickness, shape, and placement in harmony with other facial structures.

Who Can Undergo Chin Implant Surgery?

  • Those with a Recessed or Narrow Jawline: Individuals 18+ seeking more balanced appearance from both the front and side views.
  • Those Seeking Ideal Facial Proportions: Individuals aiming to complete the harmony of their lower-mid face with a refined chin.
  • Those Unsatisfied with Alternatives: People looking for a permanent solution beyond temporary fillers or Botox.
  • Those with Prior Chin Aesthetics Experience: Those needing revision or desiring a more defined contour.
  • Those in Good Health with Realistic Expectations: Patients with stable general health who can commit to post-op care.

Note: Surgery is not recommended for pregnant individuals, those with serious systemic illnesses, or adolescents whose chin growth is not yet complete.

Pre-Surgery Preparation Process

1. Detailed Consultation and 3D Simulation

The ideal chin shape is determined via facial photos and 3D facial scanning.

Expectations, surgical plan, anesthesia type, and potential risks are transparently discussed.

2. Health Assessment

Blood tests, EKG, and internal medicine/cardiology consultations if needed to confirm general health.

Aspirin and blood thinners are stopped 7 days in advance under medical supervision.

3. Pre-Surgery Briefing

Surgery day protocol, hospital stay duration, and home return plans are finalized.

If present, accompanying dental or jaw issues (e.g., malocclusion) are first referred for dental/orthodontic evaluation.

4. Appointment and Preparation

You’ll arrive at our clinic prepared with 12 hours of fasting and hygiene instructions for comfort and safety.

How Is Chin Implant Surgery Performed?

1. Anesthesia and Preparation

You’ll be prepared based on your choice of general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation.

2. Access

Intraoral Approach: A small incision is made inside the lower lip, leaving no external scar.

Submental Approach: A 1–1.5 cm incision made under the chin along a natural crease line.

3. Implant Placement

The pre-measured implant is inserted into a pocket and secured in position.

4. Suturing and Final Check

Closed with either dissolvable or non-dissolvable stitches; intraoral incisions typically use dissolvable sutures.

After the surgeon’s control, a dressing and light compression bandage are applied.

Operation Duration: Around 60–90 minutes depending on complexity.

The Importance of Choosing the Right Surgeon

Chin implant surgery requires both aesthetic and functional precision. The ideal surgeon should have:

  • Board Certification in Plastic or Maxillofacial Surgery: Accredited credentials and chin implant experience
  • Expertise in 3D Planning and Simulation: Ability to analyze digital facial scans and design custom implants
  • Multidisciplinary Communication: Collaboration with dentistry, orthodontics, and anesthesia teams
  • Patient Communication and Empathy: Transparent, step-by-step explanations while actively listening to expectations
  • Reliable Clinical Setting: Sterile conditions, disposable equipment, and a modern operating theater

Surgery Day: What to Expect?

1. Morning Prep and Anesthesia Review

Vital signs check and final consultation with the anesthesia team.

2. Surgical Procedure

A precise 60–90-minute implant placement as planned.

3. Awakening and Initial Observation

Post-operative monitoring, dressing inspection, and pain assessment.

4. Short Hospital Stay

Standard packages include 1-night observation; with submental approach, same-day discharge is possible.

5. Dressing and Care Instructions

Light compression bandage, oral hygiene tips, and nutrition guide.

Post-Surgery Care and Recovery Process

  • 1–3 Days: Mild swelling, bruising, and slight pain are normal; cold compress and bed rest recommended.
  • 1 Week: Stitch check-up; intraoral dissolvable sutures typically do not need removal.
  • 2–4 Weeks: Swelling significantly reduces; return to normal diet and maintain oral hygiene.
  • 6–12 Weeks: Final contour becomes evident; chin assumes its new form.
  • 6 Months – 1 Year: Full adaptation of facial features; annual checkups and minor touch-ups if necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Will chin implant surgery leave a scar?

Intraoral approach leaves no visible scar; submental incision fades over time along the natural crease under the chin.

2. Can the implant shift?

With proper implant selection and surgical technique, the implant will not move or shift.

3. How long does pain or discomfort last?

Mild to moderate pain is managed with prescribed painkillers for the first 3–5 days.

4. When can I return to work or social life?

Light routines are possible within 1–2 weeks; full social life is recommended after 4–6 weeks.

5. Can this procedure be done at any age?

It’s suitable for individuals over 18 who have completed bone development and are in good overall health.