Chin Tip Aesthetics (Genioplasty)

The chin tip is one of the most important structures in determining the facial profile. It forms the transition point from the face to the neck and serves as a complementary structure to the overall facial contour. If the chin is too large, too small, or improperly positioned, it can disrupt the facial profile.

Facial bone development is typically completed around the age of 18. Therefore, chin tip surgeries are performed after the age of 18. In individuals undergoing chin tip aesthetics who do not have an occlusion problem (bite disorder), orthodontic treatment is not required before surgery.

How Are a Large or Long Chin Tip Treated?

If the chin tip is larger than normal, it creates a long and coarse facial contour. In such cases, the chin can be aesthetically reduced. When the chin is long, and if there is no occlusion problem, it can be repositioned backward with the help of plates and screws.

How Is a Small Chin Tip Treated?

A small chin tip is more commonly seen. If the patient also has a prominent or large nose, the deformity becomes more noticeable. In this case, the support of the tissues under the chin is reduced, leading to submental (under-chin) deformity. To correct this, the chin bone can be advanced by cutting, or various implants (silicone, Medpor, titanium) can be placed on the chin tip.

How Are Chin Tip Surgeries Performed?

Chin tip aesthetic surgeries are generally referred to as genioplasty procedures. The incision is made either inside the mouth or under the chin through a small cut. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia in an operating room. The patient stays one night in the hospital and is discharged the next day. Regardless of the approach, there is no need for suture removal. It is a procedure with minimal pain, and the discomfort can be well managed with painkillers. Swelling in the mouth and chin usually heals within a week. If the incision is made inside the mouth, a soft and liquid diet is recommended for one week. In patients undergoing genioplasty, the upper and lower teeth are not wired together temporarily.

Chin Tip Aesthetic Surgery Prices in Antalya

Chin tip aesthetic prices in Antalya may vary depending on the applied method. By visiting our clinic for a consultation, you can get precise information about the 2024 chin tip aesthetic prices in Antalya. Click the contact button and fill out the form on the opened page, or call by phone to schedule an initial consultation appointment. Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon Op. Dr. Uğurcan Şener sees his patients at his own clinic located in Konyaaltı, Antalya.