Introduction:
Genioplasty, sometimes referred to as chin surgery, is a procedure used to improve the shape, size, or projection of the chin – in other words, how far forward or backward the chin sits in relation to the rest of the face. Changes to facial projection can have a noticeable impact on profile and overall facial balance.
In the first part of our Genioplasty Q&A series, Professor Ilankovan answers some of the most common questions about chin surgery, including who may benefit from it, what it can improve, and how it can help create better balance between the chin, nose, and surrounding facial features.
What is genioplasty?
Genioplasty is a procedure used to increase or decrease the height or projection of the chin.
The procedure can be carried out to improve facial balance, refine profile appearance, or correct asymmetry of the chin.
What can genioplasty improve?
Genioplasty can make the chin smaller or larger and can also help correct an asymmetric chin.
For some patients, even relatively small adjustments can make a noticeable improvement to facial balance and profile.
Who may benefit from genioplasty?
Suitable candidates are generally those who are concerned about chin dimensions or who feel their chin is out of balance with the rest of their facial features.
Many patients consider genioplasty when looking to improve facial balance or profile definition.
How do I know if my chin is too weak or too prominent?
The chin is usually approximately one-third of facial height, and chin projection should be in balance with the upper lip and nasal tip.
Assessment involves looking at the face as a whole rather than focusing only on the chin itself.
Can genioplasty improve facial balance and profile?
Yes. The nose and chin are two key facial structures, and they need to be considered together when assessing facial profile.
Where the chin is under-projected, overly prominent, or asymmetric, genioplasty can help bring the lower face into better balance.
Is genioplasty cosmetic, functional or both?
Genioplasty is mainly carried out for cosmetic reasons.
However, advancement genioplasty may also help some patients who snore or who suffer from sleep apnoea, depending on their anatomy and individual circumstances.
Can genioplasty be combined with other procedures?
Yes, genioplasty can be combined with other procedures including facelift, neck lift, rhinoplasty, and jaw surgery.
This may be recommended when changes to more than one area are needed to improve overall facial balance.
Will the results look natural and suit my face?
A planned genioplasty should be based on the patient’s own facial structure, rather than creating a standard look.
When the chin projection is carefully assessed and balanced with the rest of the face, the result should look natural and in proportion.
Considering genioplasty?
If you’d like to find out more about genioplasty or arrange a consultation, our team at Wentworth Clinic will be happy to help.
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