Chin Augmentation is the name given to operative and non-operative procedures performed to add volume to create a strong and protruding chin and jawline.
The method that will be most suited to your individual needs will be decided on following your initial doctor's consultation. Your preferences and expectations coupled with the identified needs, and the volume that needs to be added will play a role in the determining method that will be recommended to you.

Non-operative chin augmentation is achieved through the use of fillers, to achieve the desired volume and appearance in the jawline. This method is applied where the chin requires a small amount of volume to be added. It is an easy intervention because surgery and anesthesia are not required and it is a relatively easy procedure.
Following the non-operative chin augmentation you can go back to your day to day activities immediately. It is advisable to have a follow-up visit within a week or two of your initial procedure. During this visit your doctor may add some additional filler to perfect the contour of the chin.

The use of fillers to add volume to the chin and jawline takes approximately 10-15 minutes. This procedure does not require anesthesia.

The fillers used during the procedure are not permanent. The filler lasts somewhere between 8-12 and 18 months depending on the product used. The process requires re-application after this time.

At Istanbul Surgical Arts, the safety of our guests are our first and foremost priority. For this reason, we use FDA-approved products containing only hyaluronic acid or calcium hydroxyapatite in all procedures where filler is used.

The chin implants are inserted through an incision in the mouth or a small cut formed under the chin. Incisions made in the mouth are never noticeable due to their location. When the location under the chin is used to insert the implants, the incision is less than 1cm in length, and once again its location makes it almost impossible to notice.

If the chin augmentation is performed by autologous fat graft method, sedation or general anesthesia is used. If implants are to be used, the surgery will be conducted under operating room conditions with general anesthesia, local anesthesia or local anesthesia coupled with sedation. The type of anesthesia to be used depends on your preferences and on the doctor's recommendation following your consultation.

It takes on average 45 minutes to 1 hour.

•  Smoking is a risk factor for any surgical procedure. It is recommended that you do not smoke for a month before and after the procedure, especially because it can cause discomfort and additional complications in wound healing.
•  It is recommended that you do not take aspirin or medications that contain aspirin 2 weeks prior to surgery.
•  It is recommended you do not take alcohol the night before the operation so that dehydration does not occur.
•  You should not eat or drink anything 8 hours prior to the surgery.
•  Following the surgery, we recommend that you have comfortable clothing with you for your stay in the hospital (tracksuit, nightgown with buttons down the front etc).

Regardless of which method is used, you can see the result of chin augmentation immediately after the procedure. Pain is not expected and if it occurs, it can be easily controlled through the use of painkillers. Some swelling may occur but will subside within a few days. You will need to protect yourself from trauma to the chin area for a few weeks after the procedure.