Chin Filler
The chin plays a crucial role in facial aesthetics as it greatly influences overall facial harmony and integrates with the jawline. Subtle yet significant enhancements in volume and contour can bring about facial balance, refine the jawline, and reduce jowls and neck sagging. Chin filler, a non-surgical cosmetic procedure, involves the precise injection of hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers into the chin to enhance its shape and appearance. By augmenting chin volume and projection, this treatment results in a well-defined and aesthetically pleasing jawline, contributing to a balanced and attractive facial profile.
Treatment snapshot
45 mins
appointment
2/5
discomfort
Minimal
downtime
Lasts
12-24 months
FAQs
Chin filler is suitable for individuals who:
- Have a weak or receding chin and desire a more defined profile.
- Experience imbalanced facial features and wish to achieve better harmony.
- Have noticeable chin asymmetry or misalignment with the rest of their face.
- Show signs of ageing in the chin area, such as volume loss or sagging.
- Desire a more contoured and defined jawline.
Chin filler provides immediate results, but it takes around 1 to 2 weeks to fully settle. Initial swelling and firmness may occur, gradually subsiding as the filler integrates with surrounding tissues, resulting in a softer and more natural feel.
Chin fillers typically last 12 to 24 months, depending on factors like filler type, amount injected, metabolism, and lifestyle. While results are not permanent, they can be maintained through additional treatments.
Chin filler may undergo natural redistribution within the tissues over time. Subtle shifts can occur due to factors like facial movements, gravity, and changes in surrounding tissues. However, significant or noticeable migration is uncommon.
There are several alternatives to chin filler that can help improve the appearance of the chin area. Here are some of the most common ones:
- Fat dissolving injections: This treatment involves injecting a substance that breaks down and dissolves fat cells. This can be helpful to those with stubborn fat under the chin, which can help to contour and define this area without the use of fillers.
- Botulinum toxin: In addition to treating wrinkles and fine lines, botulinum toxin can also be used to reshape the chin area by relaxing an overactive chin muscle and creating a more defined, contoured appearance.
- Radiofrequency microneedling: This treatment uses a combination of radiofrequency energy and microneedling to stimulate collagen production and tighten the skin around the chin area, improving the appearance of sagging skin and creating a more defined jawline.
- CO2 laser: This treatment resurfaces the skin around the chin area with a laser, tightening and smoothing the skin and reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
- Skin boosters: This treatment involves injecting a substance such as hyaluronic acid into the chin area to hydrate and plump the skin, creating a more youthful and refreshed appearance without the use of fillers.
