Chin Augmentation

Chin Augmentation Surgery in Indianapolis & Carmel

Personalized chin enhancement designed to improve facial balance, profile definition, and overall harmony.

At My Plastic Surgery Group, our plastic surgeons perform chin augmentation procedures tailored to each patient’s unique facial anatomy and aesthetic goals. Chin augmentation is designed to improve lower facial balance and jawline definition by enhancing chin projection and overall facial proportion.

A recessed or underprojected chin can affect profile harmony and may make other facial features, such as the nose or neck, appear more prominent. Chin augmentation helps create improved balance between the chin, jawline, and surrounding facial structures for a more proportionate and refined appearance.

Many patients choose chin augmentation to improve side profile definition, strengthen the appearance of the jawline, or enhance overall facial harmony. During your consultation, your surgeon will carefully evaluate your facial proportions and develop a personalized treatment plan designed to create natural looking, balanced results.

Chin augmentation pricing typically ranges from $5,425–$5,800 depending on surgical complexity and individualized treatment planning. A consultation is required to provide a customized surgical quote.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does my surgeon choose the implant size?

Once the pocket is created by the surgeon, he will place several different sizers or temporary implants to determine which implant will produce the desired cosmetic effect.

Will an implant change my profile?

Yes, the main goal of chin augmentation surgery is to appropriately increase chin projection which is more noticeable when viewed from the side (profile). However, the width and height of the chin can also be increased if necessary to meet the patient’s goals.

Are there complications with chin augmentation surgery? What can I expect?

As with any surgery, there is a very small chance of infection or numbness. Uncommonly the implant can be displaced if unwanted contact with the chin occurs in the early healing period.

Will my smile be affected?

Because the implant is placed underneath the chin muscle, which is one of the many muscles that move the lips, there may be a temporary change in your smile. This is usually very brief and related to the swelling from surgery. Rarely is there permanent changes in your smile.

Will my scar be visible?

The scar is on the underside of the chin, and when it fades it is typically barely noticeable.

How does the surgeon determine the type of implant to use?

The most commonly used material is silicone rubber, as it can be easily shaped if necessary and can be placed through a small incision. This type of implant can also be easily exchanged for another implant in the future if needed to correct for aging changes over time. Trial implants or sizers are used during surgery to accurately determine the exact implant that will produce the desired cosmetic effect.

What to Expect During Chin Augmentation

Chin augmentation is designed to improve lower facial balance and jawline definition by enhancing chin projection and profile harmony. The procedure is commonly performed using a chin implant that is carefully selected based on each patient’s anatomy and aesthetic goals.

Chin augmentation may be performed as a standalone procedure or combined with rhinoplasty or neck contouring surgery to create more balanced facial proportions. Depending on the surgical plan, the procedure may be performed under local anesthesia as an in-office procedure or under general anesthesia.

During surgery, a small incision is typically placed discreetly beneath the chin or inside the mouth to allow for precise implant placement. Chin implants are available in a variety of shapes and sizes to help create natural looking enhancement tailored to each patient’s facial structure.

Following surgery, patients commonly experience temporary swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort during the early recovery period. Most patients return to normal daily activities within a relatively short period of time, although strenuous activity and contact sports should be avoided during the initial healing process.

Meet Dr. Aker

Dr. Aker, an Indianapolis plastic surgeon affiliated with several area hospitals, has lectured and is published widely on a variety of plastic surgery topics. Dr. Aker brought several new techniques in cosmetic surgery to Indianapolis and Carmel including the endoscopic breast augmentation (“endo aug”) and Asian eyelid surgery.

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Meet Dr. Beckman

After receiving her medical degree with honors, Dr. Beckman was selected for a highly competitive integrated plastic surgery residency position at Rutgers University, where she rigorously trained in both aesthetic and complex reconstructive plastic surgery for six years. During residency, she developed a strong passion for plastic surgery education and research. She earned several teaching and clinical excellence awards and served as Chief Resident in her final year.

After residency, Dr. Beckman was selected for an aesthetic plastic surgery fellowship position at H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery, one of the nation’s premier aesthetic plastic surgery practices. This additional year gives her the unique opportunity to learn from some of the most recognized names in aesthetic plastic surgery and to train with the most innovative procedures and products available.

Chin Augmentation