20 Jun 2025 | by Dr. Tandon
Aesthetically, your chin serves a very important function. It provides an anchor for the lower half of your face. Furthermore, a chin that is in proper proportion may make your jawline look more defined, and your neck appear longer, leaner and more lifted. This is why adding an appropriate amount of volume in order to create proper projection can be a fairly simple way to rejuvenate your entire face. And when you feel more comfortable with your reflection, it may make you feel more confident in your skin. One of the questions that I hear frequently from facial rejuvenation patients is: “Is a chin implant the best procedure to create a defined jawline?”. Placing the right chin implant can be a game changer for facial rejuvenation, but any procedure is only “the best” if it is the right one for your individual anatomy, desired outcome and lifestyle.
In-Person Consultation is a Must
Whenever possible, you want to schedule an in-person consultation with a Board- Certified Plastic Surgeon, such as myself. Social media has become a regular source of inspiration and education for patients today. This is fantastic. But it is critical to remember that the internet does not know the ins and outs of your unique anatomy. And no aesthetic procedure is one-size-fits-all. During our meeting, I will listen intently to what bothers you about your appearance. We will discuss your lifestyle, family history and medical history, including how your body reacted to any prior procedures. Then, I will perform a detailed physical exam to assess:
• Chin volume
• Relationship of chin to neck
• Skin tone & texture
• Areas of laxity, if any
• Pockets of excess fat
Together, we will talk about the treatment options for best achieving your desired outcome as well as the cost in terms of dollars and recovery time.
Benefits of a Chin Implant in Boston
One of the things that I like most about a chin implant is that it allows me to address a number of different issues with one procedure such as:
• Restore balance between upper and lower halves of the face
• Improve facial harmony
• Create a more sculpted, defined jawline
• Reduce appearance of double chin
• Correct receding or weak chin
Many patients don’t realize that as humans, we are literally hardwired to perceive features that are in harmony as being more youthful, attractive and vital. So, correcting the proportion of your chin, even by a few millimeters, may have a profoundly positive effect on your self-esteem. Another benefit of a chin implant, as opposed to dermal fillers for example, is that the results are long-lasting.
Chin Implant Options
Chin implant surgery can also be completely customized for your needs. Some chin implants are more masculine. Some are more feminine. Some are very small while others can quite large. At your consultation, we will discuss the best option for your individual body and needs. At Boston Center for Plastic Surgery (BCFPS), we provide our patients with a full range of chin implant options including:
• Silicone Implants
• Medpor Implants
• Gore-Tex Implants
• Custom Implants
There are pros to each choice, all of which will be discussed with you in detail during your initial visits. My goal is to safely and efficiently restore facial harmony with the best chin implant for your body and lifestyle.
To find out more about a chin implant, or any other surgical or non-surgical procedure with Dr. Vickram Tandon at the Boston Center for Plastic Surgery, contact us today or call 617-402-2768 to schedule a consultation.
