Chin Augmentation
Mentoplasty is the medical term of chin augmentation surgery, in which implants are placed to enhance chin contour and improve facial harmony. A chin implant can be used to create a defined profile by improving a recessive chin and distinguishing the jawline. Dr. Umstattd uses a soft silicone material for chin implants. The implants come in various sizes and Dr. Umstattd is able to carve and sculpt them to fit your exact needs. The implant is placed right over the bone, secured beneath the overlying muscles and soft tissue so as to be as stable as possible.
Often, patients elect to undergo chin implant surgery in combination with other surgeries (facelift, neck lift, rhinoplasty) to improve the overall proportions of the face.
Non-Surgical Chin Augmentation
Depending on your overall goals and preferences, non-surgical chin augmentation can be performed with fillers. Non-surgical chin augmentation is less permanent, but can provide you with more volume and contour if you're still unsure or unwilling to undergo a more permanent surgical procedure.