You may think that people only pay attention to your face when looking at it from the front. While this angle reveals the most about you — primarily via your eyes and mouth — it’s important to know that your profile—when seen from the side—also creates an impression. Having a profile that shows off a weak chin can detract from the overall balance and proportions of your face.
One of the most significant facial features that contributes to your profile’s overall look is your chin. Imagine how your profile would look if you no longer had a receding chin. Sometimes perceived as a weak feature, a receding chin can make you feel self-conscious about your appearance.
If your chin is withdrawn or out of balance with the rest of your face, it can throw off the synergy of your facial structure, making your nose and upper lip appear to be protruding too far forward than they actually are. Luckily, this type of facial asymmetry can easily be corrected with chin augmentation.
At STC Plastic Surgery at Inland Empire, CA, our goal is to provide our patients with the surgical care they need to feel comfortable with the way they look. If you are unhappy with the appearance of your profile, contact us to schedule a consultation.
The Benefits of Chin Augmentation
Results are Permanent
When a chin implant is fixed into place over the natural chin, the aesthetic results are long-lasting. The procedure is, however, reversible if you choose to have your implant removed later on.
An Improved Side Profile
By harmonizing the features from the side view, Dr. Machida can enhance your face’s look from all angles, especially the profile view.
A Refined Jawline
A chin augmentation strengthens the appearance of the chin and improves the overall shape of the jaw.
A More Proportional Nose
A chin augmentation can balance the nose and create an attractive relationship between your facial features.
A More Confident Appearance
Once you feel pleased with your profile, your confidence will receive a significant boost.
The Chin Augmentation Procedure in Inland Empire, CA
Chin augmentation surgery is an outpatient procedure performed in Dr. Machida’s private surgical center using local anesthesia. A small incision is made either just underneath the chin or inside the mouth. Through this incision, Dr. Machida creates space for the chin implant, fitting it around the chin bone and then sealing the incision with sutures.
The whole process typically takes less than an hour, and you’ll be able to return home the same day.
Recovery from Chin Augmentation
You can expect minimal downtime with this procedure and should be able to resume work and other daily activities within a week after surgery. Discomfort is typically minimal and easily controlled with pain medication or a cold compress.
Why Dr. Machida?
When you choose Dr. Machida, you can be sure that you’re in the hands of a true expert. To learn more about chin augmentation, come in for a free consultation at STC Plastic Surgery at Inland Empire, CA. Contact us online or call us today at (909) 476-2600.
We look forward to helping you create that perfect profile!