Chin augmentation surgery - (Genioplasty)

What is chin augmentation?

Chin augmentation or genioplasty is a surgical procedure that improves a weak chin and creates a balanced and proportionate profile by reshaping the jaw bone or inserting chin implants. Sometimes chin augmentation is performed along with nose and neck surgery in order to reach the most outstanding results.

An ideal candidate

The one who is over 18 years and physically and mentally healthy may take advantage of chin augmentation procedure. It is advisable to have a consultation with our plastic surgeons in advance, receive all necessary information and have realistic expectations. Fill in our free consultation form or contact by e-mail to arrange an appointment.

Before chin augmentation procedure

Our specialists will take care of you and pre-examine you with some tests to find out if you are a suitable candidate for chin augmentation surgery. You also can have your pre-examination at your home country and send us the results. In order to benefit from chin augmentation surgery it is necessary to quit smoking, using aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs at least 2 weeks before your surgery procedure.

The procedure

The patient receives general anaesthesia. The duration of chin augmentation surgery usually varies from 1-2 hours depending on each patient’s structure of profile. Firstly, an incision is made inside of the mouth, near the lower lip or it can be also made under the chin. After the incision the jaw bone might be reshaped or cut off or just a space for fitting the chin implant is made then the last step is the insertion of strong sutures. An over night in clinic is required for a patient.

Recovery process

Usually it is recommended to wear a support brace to let the tissues and chin implant heal properly. At first even talking and yawning might be difficult. Usually patients are able to return to work within a week, though strong activities should be avoided. Moreover, a patient should be on a diet. Such post- effects as bruising, swelling may be experienced, furthermore, if the nerve is damaged numbness may be sensed for up to 2-4 weeks.

Cost of chin augmentation surgery

The price covers all needed services: personal consultation with your plastic surgeon, general anaesthesia, surgery, one overnight stay at the clinic, medications and post-surgical controls.

BeautyHungary also provides a free airport-hotel-clinic transfer service. We offer you high quality service and satisfaction; please do not hesitate to contact us either by e-mail or by filling in our online consultation form.