Chin Augmentation
Chin augmentation strengthens a recessed or weak chin with an implant or, in select cases, filler or fat grafting — bringing the lower face into balance with the nose and cheeks.
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Recovery
- 1 week
- Anesthesia
- Local with sedation or general
About Chin Augmentation
It is frequently combined with rhinoplasty, because improving chin projection dramatically changes how the profile and nose are perceived.
Ideal candidate
Adults with a recessed or small chin who want better facial balance, often alongside rhinoplasty or chin liposuction.
Benefits
- Balances the profile with the nose
- Strengthens a weak or receding chin
- Improves the jaw-to-neck definition
- Implant or filler options available
- Hidden incision under the chin or inside the mouth
- Immediate, permanent profile change
Real patients
Chin Augmentation before & after
Individual results vary. Photos are of actual patients of Dr. Ronald Espinoza.
View full galleryWhat to expect during recovery
- 01
Days 1–3
Swelling and tightness; soft diet if the incision is intramural.
- 02
Week 1
Return to work; swelling improving.
- 03
Weeks 2–4
Profile becomes clear as swelling resolves.
- 04
6 Weeks +
Full activity; final contour at 3 months.
Frequently asked questions
Implant or filler?
Filler is temporary and non-surgical; an implant is permanent and gives more projection.
Can the implant move?
It is secured in a precise pocket; displacement is rare.
Is it reversible?
Yes — implants can be removed or exchanged.
Does it help a double chin?
Often combined with submental liposuction for the best definition.
Ready to begin your transformation?
Schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Espinoza in New York City or Miami. Consultations are available in English and Spanish.